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October 23, 2024
Scotland: Army Cadets in Scotland Newsletter is now available
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Brecon: Volunteer Stewards required for Brecon with Bells on
Could you spare an hour or two to help out as a Steward at Brecon With Bells On this year? If you'd like to be involved we'd love to hear from you. Please send us a DM, email office@brecontowncouncil.org.uk or call 01874 622884.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
October 22, 2024
Leuchars: Book Club is back! Tues 19th November
The next book club meeting will be Tuesday 19th November 7pm-8pm venue to be confirmed.
The book we will be reading is the Pumpkin Spice Cafe.
For more information contact jane.allen208@mod.gov.uk
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Lothian: Female veterans, partners & wives of veterans drop in Wednesday 6th November
The next evening drop-in is Wednesday 6th November between 5-8pm.
We will be joined by Yvonne Notman who will be treating us to a mini massage, Optional mini foot massage.
You can bring the kids if you can’t get anyone to look after them.
If you have any difficulty getting to the centre transport can be arranged. Please let us know by COP Thursday 31st October if you need transport.
You do not need to book a place, you are welcome to just turn up.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Moray: Are you a parent or carer within Moray Council?
Upcoming Free Online Workshops for Parents and Carers in partnership with Moray Council.
These sessions are designed to provide a space for you to understand your child better and learn techniques and strategies to help with common issues.
Plus you get free resources to take away!
Save yourself a spot > exchange-counselling.com/the-parent-project
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
North East & Yorkshire: AHP Careers Webinar 27th Nov
Webinar November 27th with a spotlight on career paths for Art, Drama and Music Therapists. The session is aimed at young people or adults of any age (from Cumbria and the North East as well the Yorkshire region) who may be interested in pursuing a role as an Allied Health Professional at some point in the future.
We would also like to invite any teachers, careers or employment advisors to attend in order to find out more about these vital healthcare roles and routes into the profession.
Register for the webinar by clicking on the following weblink: HEREInformation provided by North HIVE Hub
Vale of Glamorgan: The Homework Hubs - 4 locations in the Vale of Glamorgan
The Homework Hub - Now in 4 locations across The Vale of Glamorgan!
You don't need to bring your own homework; we have lots of fun, educational worksheets, puzzles and games for your child to complete.
Our dedicated, DBS enhanced teachers are here to help your child learn key academic skills, listen to them read and have fun while learning.
Book per session or for a block of sessions.
Starts again after half term, from Monday 11th November 2024.
Book here
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Stafford: Staffordshire smart alert - Rural priorities in focus of new dedicated proactive team
A new dedicated team who specialise in tackling the most important priorities facing rural communities has been launched in Staffordshire today (Monday 21 October).
Around 80 per cent of our force area is considered rural. Staffordshire is home to a number of people, businesses and livelihoods that have different demands to those in urban areas.
We’re really proud of our rural footprint and we completely recognise the need for specialist resources in this area, which is why we’ve set up a new dedicated proactive team.
From today, the county proactive and rural team (CPART) will be working proactively to service these demands on a dedicated scale.
What does this change mean for rural communities?
Specialist officers with local experience in tackling crime which impacts those living within rural areas will be working proactively each and every day across Staffordshire to stop offenders and prevent crime
We’ll have a better understanding on the needs of rural communities, including agriculture, equine, wildlife and heritage, meaning a better police service across Staffordshire
Officers can spend more time engaging with rural communities and working with partners to tackle their top priorities, including neighbouring police forces
Lots of officers outside of the dedicated team have also been given additional training in responding to rural crime, allowing us to respond to these issues more effectively
Chief Superintendent Emily Clarke, strategic lead for rural crime, said: “Delivering an outstanding police service to communities in Staffordshire will never be a one glove fits all approach. It’s vital that we adapt what we do to ensure we understand the diverse needs of the people we proudly serve on a daily basis, and our rural communities are no different.
“Rural crime has increased by 8.9 per cent this year, and with it, a cost of more than £1.8-million in stolen items. We know that for many farmers and members of the rural community, their business is also their home, so these types of crimes can have a significant effect on people and families.
“We’ve put a lot of specialist resources and personnel into this new team because we recognise the importance of understanding people’s priorities, and how we can work more effectively to deliver them.”
“This week also marks the first day of the national rural wildlife crime unit’s week of action. Similar enforcement and community engagement will be taking place locally this week, giving the new team a solid base to begin building and making a real difference to rural communities in Staffordshire.”
Staffordshire Commissioner for Police, Fire & Rescue and Crime, Ben Adams said: “Staffordshire is a largely rural county, and crimes in these areas will always be a priority for me as they can have a significant impact on communities who may already feel isolated.
“Because of this, the experience for victims of rural crime can be different, and the nature of the crimes themselves may also require a different approach. That’s why I’m delighted that Staffordshire Police have introduced the new county proactive and rural team to offer that specialist level of support to victims.
“Rural crime is a core part of local policing work, and our rural communities should expect the same levels of service and engagement from officers as those in our towns and cities. I’m looking forward to seeing all of the proactive work officers are now able to do in those communities as the team develops.”
If you have any questions or concerns about rural crime in your area, you can ask the team during their online chat on Thursday 24 October: https://app.sli.do/event/ryRhpktLdbtB3XXqsiY1vn
They'll be online from 5pm - 6pm to answer your questions. If you can't make it, don't worry as you can submit your questions in advance and they'll be answered on the night.