February 19, 2024

DWP: Child Maintenance Service reformed to crack down on parents who refuse to pay

The government is reforming the Child Maintenance Service (CMS) to crack down on parents who refuse to pay and ensure children get the support they deserve more quickly. Click here to access information on the new powers for the Child Maintenance Service.

DWP: National Insurance - detailed information

Guidance for National Insurance. Including how to apply for a National Insurance number and check your record. As well as rates, paying, refunds, voluntary contributions, and pensions.

Headspace - support for you and your loved ones

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Have a question? Email: Teamsupport@headspace.com

Launch of new easier Wraparound Childcare registration and claims process



Wiltshire: Mental Health Inclusion Service


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February 15, 2024

Personnel in long-term relationships entitled to overseas housing in new pilot scheme.


Couples in long-term relationships are now entitled to a military house overseas just like those who are married or in civil partnerships under a pilot scheme that is running in Cyprus and the Falklands.

The trial was launched to give service personnel in established long-term relationships access to Service Family Accommodation (SFA) in the Falkland Islands and Sovereign Base Areas Cyprus – where over a third of personnel assigned overseas are based.

"It's about making sure that we remove any unintended barriers to service overseas and we attract the widest talent," people operations specialist Wing Commander Jackie Wren told Forces News.

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Edinburgh: FREE programme for military spouses and partners to provide you with Advice, Choice, Connections, Education and Training, Self Belief and Skills (ACCESS)

There are just a few spaces left on this programme in the Bournemouth and Edinburgh locations.

This programme will create a platform alongside other key partners to provide valuable insights, resources, and strategies enabling you to overcome unique challenges and achieve career success in whatever you choose.

Applications are open now! https://forms.office.com/e/iinnbUr8Sf

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Moray: The Dandelion Project are inviting Armed Forces Families with children in primary or secondary education to take part in a survey to share their lived experiences

Moray's Dandelion Project is inviting armed forces families with children in primary and/or secondary education in Moray, to take part in a baseline survey to share their lived experiences about education in Moray.

The project aims to ensure all armed forces children thrive in education.

The Dandelion Project is a three-year initiative.

Funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust to support primary and secondary pupils from regular, reserve and veteran families.

In partnership with RAF Lossiemouth, 39 Engineer Regiment and Moray Council.

Have your say to help the Dandelion Project make a difference 👉

https://forms.office.com/e/cgMuA6vzDs

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February 14, 2024