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Action, Adventure, Fun & Friendship. For a life changing experience, join the army cadets! If you are aged 12 - 18 years of age, join us on Tuesday evenings 7 - 9 pm.
For further information call 01873 813756,
Email: gwentandpowysacf@fca.org.uk or visit the website by clicking here.
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February 7, 2025
February 6, 2025
Gloucestershire: Visit 'The Lab' at Gloucestershire Libraries
Welcome to The Lab at Gloucestershire Libraries. Friendly community spaces, offering accessible digital skill development for all ages and abilities.
- Coding
- 3D printing
- Virtual reality headsets
Click here to read the latest newsletter.
Alternatively click here to visit the website.
Information provided by Lyneham HIVE
Northern Ireland: Blue Light Card Discounts in Northern Ireland

Blue Light Card also works with small and large companies across the UK to get involved in supporting the blue light community through offering their members discounts through Blue Light Card.
For more details on what discounts are available and to sign up, click here
Information provided by HIVE NI
February 5, 2025
Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Supporting the submariner community
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has released the findings from new research into the needs of the Royal Navy submariner community and the impact of separation on family life.
The Trust commissioned the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) to undertake further research following an event they attended in April 2024, hosted by the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) and Greenwich Hospital.
Over two days, they heard from the Armed Forces community located in Helensburgh, Scotland, to understand more about the support available for Naval personnel and their families; and identify any gaps and opportunities.
Listening to the submariner community
The research highlighted that personnel and families can suffer poor mental health and emotional strain due to unpredictability, frustration, separation and feeling unprepared for deployment. This can also include a period of pre-deployment anxiety as well as the deployment period itself. Reintegration following deployment can also be a challenge as routines are disrupted. An enduring stigma around mental health can deter some from seeking the help they need.
This wasn’t limited to immediate family members, with extended family not feeling included in the support networks available.
The Trust commissioned the National Centre for Social Research (NatCen) to undertake further research following an event they attended in April 2024, hosted by the Royal Navy and Royal Marines Charity (RNRMC) and Greenwich Hospital.
Over two days, they heard from the Armed Forces community located in Helensburgh, Scotland, to understand more about the support available for Naval personnel and their families; and identify any gaps and opportunities.
Listening to the submariner community
The research highlighted that personnel and families can suffer poor mental health and emotional strain due to unpredictability, frustration, separation and feeling unprepared for deployment. This can also include a period of pre-deployment anxiety as well as the deployment period itself. Reintegration following deployment can also be a challenge as routines are disrupted. An enduring stigma around mental health can deter some from seeking the help they need.
This wasn’t limited to immediate family members, with extended family not feeling included in the support networks available.
Vale of Glamorgan: New Resource - Education for your child with additional needs
The Index Officer in coordination with partners has produced an Index bespoke resource for families and professionals.
‘What you need to consider when thinking about Education for your child with additional needs in the Vale of Glamorgan’.
This resource provides a great deal of information for parents and carers who have a child with emerging needs or received a diagnosis, helping them navigate their child’s early years journey to transition. It explores alternative learning options available in the Vale, equipping parents with the knowledge to discuss alternatives if needed. It highlights the support out there in terms of peer support/groups, and knowing what questions to ask when visiting schools.
Bilingual Digital Flipbook Version
Accessible PDF Version
Email: theindex@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Telephone: 0800 587 1014
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
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