November 16, 2024

November 15, 2024

Gloucestershire: It’s time to ‘talk rubbish’ and prioritise recycling with launch of new waste campaign

 

The campaign, called ‘Talking Rubbish’, has been set up by Gloucestershire Recycles, which is a partnership of Gloucestershire County Council and the six districts. It aims to answer questions about recycling and clarify some of the myths and misinformation.

Please click here to read more

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November 14, 2024

Northumberland: Family Hub Sessions


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North Yorkshire: Carers Plus events




Share a warm space, a cuppa and a bite to eat with our Armed Forces Community 

Whether you are a regular or a reserve, veteran or forces family, all are welcome to join us for a cuppa and a chat over some Tea and Toast! 

Click on the link for events and locations  www.carersplus.net/news/events

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

November 13, 2024

The impact of VAT changes on the Continuity of Education Allowance

 

In the Budget speech The Chancellor of the Exchequer has confirmed that the government will remove the VAT exemption for private schools from 1 January 2025.

For families claiming the Continuity of Education Allowance (CEA) this is likely to increase private school fees.

To minimise the impact of this change, the Secretary of State has directed that the CEA rate cap will be uprated, to ensure it continues to pay up to 90% of school fees for eligible claimants.

What does this mean for CEA claimants?

November 12, 2024

Gloucestershire: 'Man Up/Woman Up' peer support sessions in Gloucestershire

 

ManUp Gloucestershire offers a weekly drop-in session of community peer support, where men over 18 throughout the county can come to chat.

Click here for further information about these groups


For details of the Women's peer support groups, please click here to visit their Facebook page

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Defence Transition Services (DTS): Civilian Housing Brief Dates 2025


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To register for a brief: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/information-and-guidance-on-civilian-housing#civilian-housing-briefs

For more information on getting additional support when leaving the armed forces: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/getting-additional-support-when-leaving-the-armed-forces​​​

Blackpool: & The Fylde College - Adult Courses Exhibition Truck

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November 11, 2024

Gloucestershire: Support for Carers and an upcoming event for Carers Rights Day - Thu 21 Nov


Gloucestershire Carers Hub supports unpaid Carers throughout the county of Gloucestershire.

Carers may be supporting someone with physical or emotional needs, and this could be due to an addiction, ill health, frailty or mental health issues.

Activities for Carers this month include online sessions as well as face-to-face groups in the community and an opportunity to meet local representatives and professionals on Carers Rights Day in Cheltenham on Thursday 21st November.

Please click here to view the schedule online

To find out more about the Gloucestershire Carers Hub, click here

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE