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January 24, 2024

Lancashire County Council: How to claim 15 hours free childcare including how to get your code


Applications are now open for eligible working parents of 2-year-olds to receive 15 hours funded childcare, starting from April 2024.

If you have a Tax-Free Childcare account you can apply for a code within your next reconfirmation window.
Find out more at: https://educationhub.blog.gov.uk/.../how-to-claim-15.../.

Information provided by Preston & Weeton HIVE

Grantham: Family Services Directory & Local Offer Lincolnshire



Information provided by Grantham HIVE


 

Grantham: South Kesteven District Council - Cost of living support for families

To ensure that residents have access to all the information they need, SKDC is sharing facts and pointers on a wide range of help and support available that could benefit them, a relative, friend or neighbour.



Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Grantham: Starting school this year?

If your child was born between 1 Sep 2019 and 31 Aug 2020, they will be eligible to commence school from Sep 2024.

You will need to apply for a reception place even if your child already attends a nursery or pre-school. Easiest way being online: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/schooladmissions, however, you can also call: 01522 782030 to make a telephone application or request a paper form.

For further advice email:  schooladmissions@lincolnshire.gov.uk or speak to your local school. Also check if your child is eligible for school transport by visiting: www.lincolnshire.gov.uk/education


Information provided by Grantham HIVE




Grantham: we are withyou in Lincolnshire


We are a free and confidential service for people affected by drugs and alcohol.


Information provided by Grantham HIVE

 

Chester: Cheshire's Natural Health Service (Health Walks, Healthy Conversations, Gardening for All, Mindful Contact with Nature)

Cheshire’s Natural Health Service uses the west of the county’s green space assets to help tackle local health inequalities.

Following our postponement of activities due to the pandemic, we are gradually starting up again. Each activity has been risk-assessed and there are some changes to how we’re operating.

Please CLICK HERE to see the full programme

Information provided by Chester HIVE 

Chepstow: Chepstow Town Council Instagram Page

Give @chepstowtc a follow on Instagram to stay up to date with town council news, community information and local events!

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.


Leuchars: Social Security Scotland at the Community Centre

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Social Security Scotland will be holding a clinic in the Community Centre on Thursday's 1:00-5:00pm every fortnight.

January 23, 2024

DIO - Service Family Accommodation (SFA) communications update

 

XL Bully dogs in SFA

XL Bully dogs have been added to the list of dogs banned under the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991.

From 1 February 2024 it will be a criminal offence for anyone, including SFA residents, to own an XL Bully dog in England and Wales unless your dog has a Certificate of Exemption. Further details on preparing for the ban can be found here.

Families living in SFA who own an XL Bully dog must re-submit a pet request form alongside a copy of their Certificate of Exemption to Pinnacle no later than 31 January 2024.


Afghan Relocation and Resettlement policy (ARAP)

Leuchars: InPost Parcel Lockers now available at the Community Centre

InPost Parcel Lockers have arrived at Leuchars so you can collect your online orders 24/7!

Where are they?
At the side of the Leuchars Station Community Centre beside the outdoor play area.

Who can use them?
Everyone in the community both Military & Civilian!


Information provided by Leuchars HIVE