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Army HIVE Christmas and New Year Closures

The majority of Army HIVEs will be closed after duties on Fri 19 Dec 25 and will reopen on Mon 5 Jan 26. There may be localised variations to these dates for individual HIVEs.

Army HIVE HQ is also closed during the festive fortnight, so any enquiries submitted via the ‘If you need further information’ MS Forms function on our UK, Cyprus or Overseas blogs will be answered when we return in the New Year.

We will periodically cover private messages on our Army HIVE Facebook platform (and X/Instagram where possible) whilst we are closed. However, this will not be 24/7 and should not be relied upon for anything that requires an urgent response.

To support our customers with more immediate requirements however, the Army HIVE HQ email will provide a comprehensive out of office autoreply, detailing points of contact that are either 24/7, emergency providers, or open over the festive leave fortnight. To receive this autoreply, please email:
RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Individual HIVEs will also provide localised contact details for Christmas and New Year cover wherever possible in their automated replies. Therefore, if you email your closest HIVE, which you can find on HIVE’s page on the Army website, their autoreply may be of additional assistance.

Army HIVE wishes all of its Service community customers, and our internal and external stakeholders, a very happy Christmas and New Year. We look forward to continuing our support and engagement in 2026.


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April 7, 2024

Stress Awareness Month - Stress affects the way you think, feel and behave


Stress affects the way you think, feel and behave and can impact on your partner and your relationship - creating a vicious circle.

April 5, 2024

Scotland: Cats Protection Lifeline, a specialist fostering service for people experiencing domestic abuse now launched in Scotland

Many refuges – including Moray Women’s Aid – are unable to take-in pets belonging to women & children fleeing domestic abuse. In addition to heartbreak for all involved (two- and four-legged), this can actually prevent people leaving their abusers. Perpetrators of domestic abuse often threaten pets as a way to maintain control over their victims.

The Cats Protection are launching LIFELINE - their specialist fostering service for people experiencing domestic abuse – in Scotland for the first time. 

Lifeline helps arrange a temporary, loving home for these superior creatures cats until their owners can be safely reunited again. All fostering expenses (including vet bills & food) are fully covered by Cats Protection. 

For more information about this service you can also lifeline@cats.org.uk or phone 0345 260 1280.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

April 4, 2024

April is Stress Awarness Month - Stress affects the way you think, feel and behave

April is #StressAwarenessMonth

Stress affects the way you think, feel and behave.

Where to find support for Army Personnel for a healthier, happier you.

April 3, 2024

Fife: Find the right service, in the right place, at the right time with Fife Health and Social Care Partnership's new website

Our new website helps the people of Fife find the right service, in the right place, at the right time. 
It has been designed with accessibility in mind so users can easily navigate and access information, help and support.

Visit our website today: www.fifehealthandsocialcare.org

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

A message to service personnel from the Service Chiefs - the Modern Accommodation Offer

Modernised Accommodation Offer:

Many of you will have already heard details of the Modernised Accommodation Offer (MAO), previously the New Accommodation Offer, through roadshows, outreach events, or shared on defnet, Defence Connect and social media. We recognise that the offer was well received by many, but there were aspects that have caused concern for some of our people that we must consider during the review announced by Secretary of State for Defence.

April 2, 2024

BFBS Social Media Specialist

Ring ring 📞 It's the social media police calling! 🤭

We think it's time to 'up' your social media game. 💻✨

In case you didn't get the memo, BFBS are now offering FREE social media courses to...

Partners of UK military personnel
Bereaved forces families
Veterans
Partners of veterans

Sign up for any (or all) of our seven courses 👉 http://sms.bfbs.com/

Stress Awareness Month - Feeling the weight of stress?

You're not alone.

This Stress Awareness Month, take a step towards better mental health with Togetherall. 

Join a supportive community where you can share, learn, and grow together. 

Your well-being matters - let's navigate this journey together. 

Join today at togetherall.com

Grantham: Visit Lincoln with Grantham points of interest and numerous free activities for the family


Visit Lincoln/Grantham

Information provided by Grantham HIVE

Moray: New Alcohol and Drug Partnership website

What is the Moray Alcohol & Drug Partnership?

At the Moray Alcohol and Drug Partnership (MADP) we are dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of individuals and families affected by alcohol and drug use. We aim to provide support, guidance, and resources to empower individuals, families and the community to lead fulfilling and healthy lives.

Our website serves as a platform to access information, guidance, services and resources available in Moray. Whether you are seeking support for yourself, or a family member, or just looking to educate yourself about substance use and recovery, the MADP is here to support you every step of the way.

👉 Preventing Alcohol and Drug Harm - Moray Protects

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

March 29, 2024

Scotland & Northern Ireland: Royal Air Force Cadets

 
For more information on joining the Royal Air Force Cadets in Scotland or Northern Ireland, please click here

Information provided by HIVE NI