North Wiltshire: Local bus links

 

Please note that some timetables may change in September:

• Colerne/Corsham/Neston - Faresaver
• Hullavington/Stanton St Quintin - Coachstyle
• Lyneham - First Bus

Further journeys can be found at the Connecting Wiltshire website

Information provided by Colerne & Lyneham HIVE's

New MOD booklet 'benefits and support for Reserve families'

 

Today, Defence launches a new booklet for Reservists, and their families, on the benefits and support available. This includes financial discounts, healthcare, and career support.

Did you know that of the 190,170 total serving military personnel in the British Armed Forces, 18% of them are Reservists? This means that the Reserve Forces make up approximately one sixth of Armed Forces personnel.

Reservists make a critical contribution in the Armed Forces and are integral to protecting the nation’s security at home and overseas. Keep reading to find out more about what Reservists do, and how they make a positive impact in the Armed forces.

Do you know what support and benefits are available?

Today, Defence has published a new booklet outlining key benefits, services, and support for Reservists and their families. This includes:

• Healthcare, including mental health and welfare support.

• Information and support services.

• Military and financial discounts, childcare, and other family friendly policies.

• Career and employment support. For more information, read Defence’s recently published booklet on GOV.UK.

Amesbury: Victim Support Wiltshire - Drop-in service at Amesbury Library

Information provided by South West HIVE Hub

Tidworth: Victim Support Wiltshire - Drop-in service at Tidworth Library

Information provided by South West HIVE Hub

Serve & Protect financial webinars and episode 5 of the 'Smile and Save' podcast

September Webinars

Free financial webinars this September from Serve and Protect - don't miss out!

• Managing the Cost of Living

• Domestic Violence - The Financial Impact

• Budgeting & Spending

• Understanding Wills and LPAs

• Boost Your Credit Score

• What Lenders Look For

Register: https://sandpcu.co.uk/webinars

Episode 5 of the Smile and Save Podcast is here, brought to you by Serve and Protect’s Jon who shares learnings from his almost 37 years’ experience in the RAF. Discover some tips and things to think about when transitioning to civilian life Watch here: https://youtu.be/ET8BMaOHmeE?si=l1UuQPM-FZ_yZhg5

Brecon: Free Parking at the Bus Station every Saturday

Free Parking at the Bus Station car park on Saturdays starts today until the end of March 2025, funded by Brecon Town Council.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Lichfield: New Health Visitor Drop-in Clinic at Tesco Community Room

Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

 

Monmouthshire: We are hiring in Monmouthshire!

 Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Armed Forces Pension Awareness Week – 'Understand Your Pension' sessions Mon 9-Fri 13 Sep

Invest in your future – understand your pension.

Please note that some of the following links require a Defence Gateway and/or MODnet account

Join Armed Forces Pension Awareness Week (AFPAW) sessions from 9 to 13 September.

The Armed Forces Pension Scheme (AFPS) is one of the most generous UK Pension Schemes across both private and public sectors, reflecting the critical value of our Armed Forces in keeping us safe at home and stronger abroad.

The income provided by the AFPS in retirement is significant and you do not have to contribute any of your salary to it. A Sergeant who serves for 22 years could expect to receive a pension income of around £12,000. In comparison, to achieve a broadly similar income to your Armed Forces Pension – based on commercially available estimates and 2024 values – you would need to pay in the region of £300,000 into a private pension.

It is essential to understand the unique value of your Armed Forces Pension and retirement planning options. That’s why we’re encouraging you to invest in your future, by better understanding your pension this AFPAW – with a range of presentations, webinars, drop-in advice, online myth busting, tips, and factsheets, to help you plan and make informed choices.

AFPAW 2024 – What's on?

If you’re interested in finding out more, or have a question you would like to discuss, get involved with the following sessions throughout AFPAW:

Covenant Fund programming 2024/25 – 'lunch & learn' webinar Mon 9 Sep

Want to learn more about the newly launched Covenant Fund programmes? Join the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust on 9 September for the full lowdown on all new Covenant Fund programmes currently open for application. This free webinar will provide:

• An overview of our new funding framework

• A breakdown of all new programmes

• A chance to meet the Trust team working on these programmes

• A Q&A session where you’ll have the chance to get your questions answered

You can register to attend via the link below: Covenant Fund programming 2024/25 - a lunch & learn event :Covenant Fund programming 2024/25 - a lunch & learn event : Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust