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March 28, 2024

Dandelion Military Families - upcoming peer and perinatal support groups

 

Please click here to visit Dandelion's website

Grantham: Lincolnshire Wolds - Physical and mental health benefits



Exercising and spending time outdoors in the countryside is great for both our physical and mental well-being.
Enjoy the Outdoors
Respect Other People
Protect the Natural Environment

For over 100 walks ranging from 2 - 15 miles:



Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Discover My Benefits - discover benefits for you and your family – what’s new?


Discover My Benefits now gives a more accurate and tailored financial value for your Army Regular or Reservist total reward package.

Have you ever wondered how much extra you get in addition to your standard salary and, more importantly, what could be available to you and your family in the future? Or have you previously used Army ‘The Offer’ webpages to find this out?

To see how you receive more than just pay, visit Discover My Benefits – with information on pensions, facilities, allowances, discounts and offers, to help with cost of living and the unique demands of military life and operations.

DIO Families First newsletter - issue 15

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In this issue:
  • A Message from DIO Director of Accommodation, Phil Riley
  • Modernised Accommodation Offer survey
  • Investment across the estate
  • DIO SFA Townhall sessions
Families First newsletters can be viewed online at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/defence-infrastructure-organisation-service-family-accommodation​

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - small grants worth over £450,000 create a big impact for Armed Forces Communities in the final round of Force for Change


The Armed Forces Covenant Trust (the Trust) is delighted to announce grants totalling more than £450,000 have been awarded to 34 outstanding projects in the final round of their Force for Change programme. This small grant programme supports projects that reduce isolation and promote integration in local Armed Forces communities.

March 26, 2024

North Yorkshire: Apply for a Childminder start-up grant


Contact North Yorkshire Council Families Information Service: fis.information@northyorks.gov.uk

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

North Yorkshire: Thinking of a career in childcare?


 Information provided by North HIVE Hub

North Yorkshire: Want up to £2,000 for Childcare?


 
You can claim up to £2000 per child, per year towards the costs of childcare with Tax Free Childcare.

To find out more visit www.childcarechoices.gov.uk

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Dundee: LEZ (Low Emission Zones) will be enforced from 30th May 2024 - check your vehicle is compliant

Live in Dundee? 

Have you checked to see if your vehicle complies with the Low Emission Zone?

Simply visit the website and enter your registration.

Blue Badge holders can also apply for exemption.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

March 25, 2024

Llantwit Major: 2024 Save the Dates from Llantwit Major Town Council

Save the Dates 2024:
Llantwit Major Town Council are organising the following events:
  • 6th June - 80th Anniversary of D Day. More details to follow.
  • 8&9th June - Llantwit Major Food Festival, Town Hall car park
  • 22nd August - Outdoor Abba Tribute event, Town Hall car park
  • 22nd September - Llantwit Major 10k run
  • 10th November - Remembrance Sunday
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.