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September 19, 2024

Elgin: Would you like better skills with money?

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

AGAI 50 and the 'Guide for Non-UK Nationals and Unit Support' - updated and re-published

 

Both AGAI 50 and the Guide for Non-UK Nationals and Unit Support have been republished. The AGAI may be found here, while the Guide is available on both the Personal Services SharePoint site and Defence Connect. The SharePoint site also contains copies of the unit letters featured in the AGAI and Guide and a version of the PowerPoint presentation for annual briefings.

​Please note that these links are only accessible via MODnet/Defence Gateway. Please contact HIVE if assistance is required.

Aberlour: Nature walks, a stroll a cuppa and connect

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - news update

 

Please see below for new updates on how you can catch up on the recent Covenant Fund Webinar if you missed it, and also their launch of three new Covenant Fund programmes - read on for the full details on Supporting Serving Families Overseas, Family Focus and Fulfilling Futures.

Missed our recent Covenant Fund webinar? You can now catch up on our website... Find out all about our new programmes and our new funding framework, plus an in-depth Q&A session where attendees had the chance to put their questions to the Trust team. Find out more here

Supporting Serving Families Overseas is dedicated to recognising and addressing the unique challenges faced by partners, young people and children posted overseas. With grants between £3,000 and £20,000 available, we aim to support projects that enhance emotional wellbeing, mental health, social connections and overall family dynamics. Find out more here

The Family Focus programme is designed to support family members who care for serving personnel and Veterans who are wounded, injured or sick by improving access to support and building resilience to those with a caring role. Grants of between £50,000 and £100,000 to fund projects that address their needs beyond their roles as carers and consider the wellbeing of the whole family unit, enhancing quality of life. Find out more here

Fulfilling Futures will focus on supporting Veterans who have faced significant and evident challenges during their Service, which has created barriers or compromised their ability to have a fulfilling Service experience. Organisations can either apply for a project lasting 12-18 months for grants between £50,000 and £100,000 or projects lasting three to four years for grants up to £300,000. Find out more here

You can find full details of all programmes currently accepting applications on our current programmes page

Northern Ireland: Ministry of Defence Employment Opportunity - application closes 11:55pm 14th October

 
Band 3 Healthcare Assistant

Defence Primary Health Care (DPHC) are looking for a dynamic, organised, and efficient Band 3 Healthcare Assistant who will be working within the team at Northern Ireland Combined Practice Lisburn Medical Centre, Thiepval Barracks.

The healthcare Assistant (HCA) will be expected to provide cross-cover when required at other MF locations (Aldergrove and Holywood) as part of the NI Combined Practice.

Apply before 11:55 pm on Monday 14th October 2024
For more details please click here

Information provided by HIVE NI

Northern Ireland: Belfast Giants Ice Hockey Team, SSE Arena

The Belfast Giants are a professional ice hockey team based in Belfast, Northern Ireland.
They compete in the UK's Elite Ice Hockey League and play their home games at the SSE Arena.

Stafford: Trentham shopping village Stoke-on-Trent Gandeys Circus 16th October to 3rd November 2024

 

October 16, 2024 - November 3, 2024

Gandeys Circus

A very special (trick or) treat for Halloween, Gandeys Circus returns once again with a brand-new action packed legendary Halloween Spooktacular Big Top Show for all the family.

A specially selected international cast of skeletons, vampires, Jack o’lanterns and not forgetting Circus Artistes, have been brought together for this year’s sensational extravaganza.

From the thrill acts to the big production numbers Gandeys are famous for, it’s all here and you will be on the edge of your seat with excitement, rolling in the aisles with laughter, and hiding under your coats from the spooky thrills.


Event information
Date October 16, 2024 - November 3, 2024
Time Showtimes vary day to day
Cost Tickets from £9.99 per person
Use code “TR5” code that allows £5 off ringside and premium ringside seats
Location
Trentham Shopping Village

Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Stafford: Trentham Stoke-on-Trent experience breathtaking Ferris Wheel views from 12th October to 9th November 2024

 

October 12, 2024 - November 9, 2024

Trentham Ferris Wheel

Experience breath-taking views across Trentham Estate and beyond on our brand-new Ferris Wheel. This is an extraordinary treat, offering a unique perspective of our beautiful grounds.


Event information
Date October 12, 2024 - November 9, 2024
Time 10am – 4pm
Cost Individual – £7
Children (14 years and under) – £4
Senior (60+) – £6.30
Family (2 adults & 2 children or 1 adult & 3 children) – £18
Trentham member – £6.30
Location
Trentham Shopping Village
Booking Info

Accessible carriage for wheelchairs is currently unavailable, visitors must be able to self-transfer into the gondola


Information provided by Stafford HIVE