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February 26, 2024
Northern Ireland: Action Cancer Breast Screening
Action Cancer is the only charity in the UK and Ireland to offer breast screening to women aged 40 – 49 and 70 plus who fall outside the NHS age range.
To book your appointment call Action Cancer on 028 9080 3344.
Information provided by HIVE NI
DWP Update: Marriage Allowance – couples can save up to £252 a year on their tax bill
To benefit from Marriage Allowance, the following circumstances must apply:
- the couple are married or in a civil partnership.
- one person does not pay Income Tax because any income they have is below their tax-free Personal Allowance (usually £12,570).
- their partner pays Income Tax at the basic rate.
They can find out more and apply for Marriage Allowance on GOV.UK and use the free online calculator to find out how much tax they could save.
February 23, 2024
Scotland: NHS 24 Outsmart your anxiety
February 22, 2024
Army HIVE Non-UK National Support: New Email Address for Enquiries
Army HIVE now has an email address specifically for Non-UK National enquiries. This is available to Service personnel, their families, and line managers/CoC requiring support:
RC-Pers-HIVE-NonUKNat-0mailbox@mod.gov.uk
New Accommodation Offer Important Update: Extension of SLA Waiver

The New Accommodation Offer has been changed in respect of the Dual Accommodation Expense element of the Offer. The waiver of SLA charges relating to PStatCat and age are being retained for now and extended to other cohorts who maintain a main home away from their assigned location.
Please see this SWAY for more information.
Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub
Leuchars: The Army Welfare Service need volunteers
We are currently looking for volunteers for our youth groups. Full PVG (Scottish vetting check) will be carried out.
Please contact Jane via email - jane.allen208@mod.gov.uk to apply.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
St Andrews: The Botanic Gardens events, activities and workshops
Some events have limited spaces so please remember to book your place early to avoid disappointment, most events are free.