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August 20, 2024

Scotland: The August edition of Scotland4kids is now available


To read the latest edition click on the image above 👆

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Defence Children Services (DCS) - potential delays for Education Advisory Team (UK) responses

Defence Children Services (DCS) have advised that there may be a delay in responses to enquiries, guidance requests and casework due to current staff shortages. A letter has been provided which explains further, and gives details on potential timelines for service delivery. To read the letter please click HERE.

For further information on DCS and EAT(UK) please visit https://www.gov.uk/government/groups/defence-children-services-dcs ​  

Glencorse: Army Welfare Service, Reading Force book club in the Community Centre


You asked we listened 🎉🎉our survey came back asking for more adult led groups. Evening groups for those working and not just for those with kids. This group is open to all, a chance to meet new people and get out for a couple of hours.

We have teamed up with reading force but even if reading isn't or hasn’t been your thing, why not join us and see where the group goes 🕮 🎧 audible options are available .

Refreshments will be provided.

Looking to start end of September beginning of October and will meet in person once a month in CC in the evening (unless during the day works better for you) also their will be a what’s app group to keep in touch and discuss in between.

Please drop me an email of your want more info.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Scotland: When will Carer Support Payment be available in my area?

Carer Support Payment is available in

Perth and Kinross
Dundee City
The Western Isles
Angus
North and South Lanarkshire
Fife
Moray
Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire
North, East and South Ayrshire

The payment will be available across Scotland in November.

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Monmouthshire: Information on activities and food support for families in the Summer holidays


Summer Savings

Information on free activities and food support for families throughout the summer holidays in Monmouthshire. Click here for further information.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

August 19, 2024

Wiltshire: Want to work in a School or Early Years setting? Check out these online courses - FREE for Military families!

 

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Click here to visit the Wiltshire Council Family and Community Learning website

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE's

North East: Building Heroes L3 Retofit Assessor/Surveyor Course Sept and Nov


L3 Retofit Assessor/Surveyor Course

Duration: 5 weeks

Address: GC Skills Academy, 190 Kingsway South, Gateshead, NE11 0SH.

Course Content:

GQA H&S L1 Award
GQA CSCS test & green cscs card
ABBE L3 Retrofit Assessor
ABBE L3 Domestic Energy Assessment
Asbestos Awareness
Introduction to PAS2035

Dates available : 16.09.24–18.10.24 (applications needed by 23.8.24) or 11.11.24–13.12.24

Requirements: attendee must live within the NECA area (County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, North Tyneside, Northumberland, South Tyneside, Sunderland and also either be a veteran, military family, 
reservist or in last 6 months of service)

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Leuchars: Due to essential building works Leuchars Pharmacy to temporarily relocate from Mon 26th August

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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

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.