Hereford: Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) and batteries recycling collection New from 7 Apr 25

Please help our collection teams by following these guidelines:

Place small electrical items on top of any bin or by your sacks on collection day (if you live in a flat please see information below)
Place batteries into a small tied bag and leave it on top of any bin or by your sacks on collection day
Do not place electrical items or batteries inside any bins
Do not tie the bag to your bin
Remove any batteries from the electrical items

For further information please click here.

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Cardiff & Vale of Glamorgan: Connect and Chat - Neurodiversity drop-ins

 
The Pod are hosting fortnightly drop-in session with Cardiff and the Vale's Autism Lead, Keith Ingram, covering all things Neurodiverse.

Every other Monday starting 12 May 2025 2-4pm at The Pod, Golau Caredig, Barry CF62 7AZ

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Aldershot: What's on in Wellesley Woods

 

What’s On at Wellesley Woodlands

Highlights include:

Health Walks: Join us for a gentle stroll every Friday morning from 10-11am starting from different points each week. Enjoy the beauty and diversity in our woodlands with a small friendly group. Children & dogs on leads welcome.

Wellesley Woodlands Sensory Trail: The basic route with suggested sensory stopping points is live on Sensory walks in nature | Hampshire County Council (hants.gov.uk) Further enhancements such as audio recordings and signage will follow as the project develops.

As with nature, we are constantly evolving. If you have any suggestions for events or activities, or you would like to volunteer within Wellesley Woodlands, please do contact us at Wellesleywoodlands@tcv.org.uk .

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South East: Army Benevolent Fund Support the Army's national charity

 

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Shorncliffe: Army Welfare Service Improve your IT skills every Wed & Fri 1000hrs - 1300hrs Age 17+

 

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Gov.uk News Update: Thousands of veterans to benefit from new UK-wide support network

Veterans across the UK will have easier access to essential care and support under a new VALOUR system announced 5 May, as part of the Government’s commitment to renew the nation’s contract with those who have served through the Plan for Change.

To read the news update in full, please go to: Thousands of veterans to benefit from new UK-wide support network

Stafford: 174 Provost company policing surgery drop in MOD Stafford community centre every Wednesday 09:30 to 11:30

 Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Quest Magazine – May Edition

To read this issue (and previous editions) online, please go to: https://www.questonline.co.uk/pages/magazine-archive

Defence Children Services (DCS) Attendance Week 2025: Celebrating School Attendance, Achievement and Educational Opportunities Available to Service Children

 
Defence Children Services (DCS) Attendance Week 2025: Celebrating School Attendance, Achievement and Educational Opportunities Available to Service Children

Defence Children Services (DCS) are thrilled to announce DCS Attendance Week 2025, which will take place from the 19th to the 23rd May 2025. The week will showcase the incredible educational opportunities available to Service Children, whilst emphasising the importance of fostering partnerships among communities, schools, students, and families.

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Almost £800,000 Awarded to Support Partners Unlock New Opportunities

Fifteen projects have been awarded a share of almost £800,000 in grants to empower partners and spouses of serving personnel by opening opportunities to upskilling and exploring new work solutions - in the latest round of grants from the MOD's Armed Forces Families Fund.

The projects will also provide tools. Resources and training to support partners move into a job or a career change, and to build easier access to wellbeing support as part of the Fund's Supporting Partners programme.

Anna Wright, CEO of the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust, said: "This award will provide vital support for service spouses and partners, helping them build resilience, connect with others, and navigate the challenges of military family life. It also opens new opportunities, offering practical guidance and wellbeing activities, to create a stronger, more confident community.”