Chester: Changes to the Upton PR3 Park & Ride Service from 3 Sep

The timetable for the Upton 'PR3' Park & Ride service in Chester is set to change from September.

The service begins at 7am Monday to Friday and from 8am on Saturday. From September 3, buses will operate as follows:

• Mondays to Saturdays – the service will operate every 15 minutes until 9am and buses will terminate at Chester Bus Interchange.
• After 9am buses will operate every 20 minutes and terminate at Foregate Street stop BB.
• Return buses will depart from Foregate Street stop BB
• Sundays and Bank Holidays – buses will operate every 15 minutes between 9.30am and 5.30pm and terminate at Foregate Street stop BB.

The Park and Ride includes free Wi-Fi and USB charging, air conditioning, free parking for passengers and free travel for up to three accompanying children.

Information provided by Chester HIVE

Defence creates an information sheet for Family Courts about Service life

 

Defence has updated and shared information with Family Courts to help demonstrate that Service and family life is compatible.

The Army Families Federation informed Defence of anecdotal feedback from some families of potential misunderstandings about the nature of Service life when going through the Family Court system.

As a result of this feedback, Defence worked with stakeholders across the Family Court systems to produce an information sheet for Family Court workers.

The information sheet aims to increase understanding about the working and living arrangements of Service personnel, and how their families are impacted. The document also shows the support available for Armed Forces families to build and maintain a stable life at home.

Kent County Council: Household Support Fund

 

Kent County Council is  offering support with a one-off £100 food voucher for eligible households in Kent.  If you or someone you know is struggling then they may be able to get help from the Household Support Fund 

Act now as the scheme closes on 14 September 2023 or when the budget is spent.


Visit kent.gov.uk/householdsupportfund to find out more and apply.

Information provided by Chatham HIVE

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Plymouth DWP Job Vacancy for Service Leavers, Veterans and their Spouses/Partners

 GFiE has a new role available within the Department for Work and Pensions in Plymouth, with a closing date of Monday 11th September 2023: GFIE-257 - Targeted Case Review Agent - Plymouth.  This role is only available to Service Leavers, Veterans and their spouses/partners.

The Targeted Case Review Agent role would really suit candidates who love working with the general public and across teams (internal and external), who have strong decision making skills and are able to analyse and present information. The candidate should have a willingness to learn how to deliver a DWP service using digital methods. 

This role comes with the opportunity to complete either a Customer Service or Business Administration apprenticeship, this is a chance for someone to 'earn as they learn' and develop great transferable skills for the future. 

​Please find attached the job description (including all key details).  

Completed Expression of Interest form and latest CV to be sent to gfie@cabinetoffice.gov.uk​

‘Going Forward into Employment’ (GFiE): Civil Service job vacancies for Service Leavers, Veterans and their Spouses/Partners

 

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For further information please see the full GFiE guide at A complete guide to GFiE - Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers - Life Chances - Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

The GFiE Expression of Interest Form​ can be downloaded at this link

Independent Doctoral Thesis Research Invitation for Veterans

 

Please note that this research is independent and neither affiliated to, nor endorsed by, the MOD.

Shropshire: Parenting Help and Support Line

 

Information provided by: Lichfield HIVE

Army social fitness campaign - benefits for MOD Civil Servants

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Scan the QR code for further information and support. Alternatively click here to visit the website

Leuchars Thrift Shop

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This is a community-run shop selling a wide range of vintage, pre-loved, good condition items including clothes, toys, books and children's equipment.

Anyone from the local military and civilian community can bring things to the shop to sell. We don't accept items that are not in a good, saleable condition.

Sellers will receive 70% of the sale price. All profits will be reinvested in the running costs of the shop.

Located in the house just after Bright Horizons nursery.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

St Andrews: Madrascals Rugby for girls and boys P1-P7

 Mini Rugby in St Andrews 

Looking to get involved in mini rugby, in a fun, friendly and supportive environment?

If so, we'd love to welcome you to Madrascals, the home of mini rugby in St Andrews. Madrascals is for girls and boys from P1-P7.

Madrascals returns to Station Park tomorrow, Saturday 19 August. 

The first few sessions are always free, no need to register in advance, just turn up.

Session timings:
🏉 P1 - P2 11:00 - 12:00
🏉 P3 - P7 10.30 - 12:00

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE