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August 17, 2024

Northern Ireland: Harp & Thistle Event - Thursday 10th October - Tickets go on Sale Friday 31st May

 
Get ready for the highly anticipated return of Harp and Thistle, as the Bands of His Majesty’s Royal Marines Scotland and The Band, Bugles, Pipes and Drums of the Royal Irish Regiment combine once more for an evening of entertainment.

Featuring the world-famous Corps of Drums, this concert promises a diverse repertoire ranging from traditional military band music to ballads from around the British Isles.

Date:10 October 2024
Venue: Waterfront Hall
For more information visit https://bit.ly/3WNdumU
#HarpAndThistle #WaterfrontHall

Information provided by HIVE NI

August 16, 2024

Northern Ireland: Calling All Serving Women

 

Calling All Serving Women - Veterans News Hub NI are working to design a new programme of activity specifically for those ladies who are still serving and they wish to get as much input from you as possible.
Whilst this project will be delivered in Northern Ireland, inputs from women across the UK & working overseas are welcomed.
Feel free to share widely to both full timers and reservists please!

Survey link:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/72JZRXG

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: From Basra to Helmand reception evening - Thursday 19th September

 

From Basra to Helmand. 
The Northern Ireland Veterans Commissioners Office are pleased to invite veterans from Op TELIC and Op HERRICK (Iraq and Afghanistan) to a special reception at Parliament Buildings, Stormont, on the evening of Thursday, 19th September 2024.
The event will feature a guided tour of the Parliament Buildings, followed by a light supper. This gathering is intended to honour your service and provide a meaningful opportunity to reconnect with fellow veterans who served during these significant operations.
We look forward to welcoming you for an evening of camaraderie and connection.
Thursday, 19th September 2024
Parliament Buildings, Stormont
6:30 PM arrival for a 7:00 PM start
Please register your attendance to this special occasion via the NI Veterans Commissioners Office website here https://www.nivco.co.uk/op-telic-and-op-herrick/
Please be aware that due to capacity this event is limited to 100 veterans on a first come basis.

Information provided by HIVE NI

August 15, 2024

Southampton: Royal British Legion Poppy Walk 3rd November 2024


Southampton Common, Southampton, Sunday 3rd November 2024. 

This Poppy Appeal join us for a walk near you and share what it means to remember. 

Sign up today, search POPPY WALK - rbl.org.uk/poppy-walk 

Click HERE for more information. 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub.

A-Level and BTEC successes at The Duke of York’s Royal Military School

 


Students at the Duke of York’s Royal Military School are celebrating success at A Level, with well over half of all of grades being A* - B, BTEC with an average of Distinction*, and 85% achieving A* - C grades.

Crickhowell: Create Play - Play sessions


 Thursday 22 August - Alisby Castle Playpark Crickhowell, 14:00 - 16:00

Free outdoor play sessions offering loose part play, arts and crafts, and bubbles with a healthy snack cooked on the fire. Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. 

No booking required.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub



Northern Ireland: Employment Opportunities within the education Authority

 
All the latest jobs available within the Education Authority can be found here

Information provided by HIVE NI

Aldershot: The Community Grub Hub

Community Grub Hub

The Community Grub Hub is a collective of people, organisations and businesses in and around Farnborough and Aldershot who care about offering food support to those in need in an open and supportive way, while reducing food waste.

It is like a shop but stock has been donated by local supermarkets, businesses and residents to prevent food waste and support people in need. It is all in-date and good quality. You can pick up items to help make meals (including some fresh items) and we have household and personal hygiene products too.

August 14, 2024

Soldier magazine - Army HIVE article 'Stuck on Camp'

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The August edition of Soldier Magazine features an article on HIVE's support to those staying behind on camp, either on 'rear party' or due to choosing to remain on camp for personal reasons. The article gives signposts and some suggestions to hopefully assist those in this situation, should they be needed.

To view the August edition, please click HERE, the HIVE article is on page ​28.

To find your nearest HIVE for more information or support, please go to  www.army.mod.uk/hives or find us on Facebook, X or Instagram.