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July 25, 2025

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment – Child Maintenance Service Enforcement Case Manager, Plymouth


The Department of Work and Pensions has 12 new Child Maintenance Service Enforcement Case Manager Executive Officer opportunities in Plymouth. These are now open for applications until 4 Aug 2025.

Civil Service Jobs link: Child Maintenance Service - Enforcement Case Manager - Plymouth (Ref: 735) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on the DWP EO Microsite.

Recruit for Spouses: What’s on this Summer?

RFS are offering a number of events programmes and services over the coming months.

All services are free to access for military spouses, partners, veterans, and serving personnel.

Events include:Wellbeing Programme: We are currently accepting registrations for our six-week virtual programme, supported by a psychoeducational therapist. The sessions are designed to reduce isolation and help participants forge meaningful connections.
Coaching & Mentoring Programme: We have spaces available in our coaching and mentoring initiative. With a pool of over 80 volunteers from various sectors – including BAE, Virgin, and AMS – we’re ready to match individuals with mentors who can support professional development or help build confidence. Our Coaching and Mentoring Manager, Helen Callis, is available to guide participants every step of the way.

For more information on Recruit for Spouses, please visit: https://www.recruitforspouses.co.uk/

To register and sign up, please go to: RFS Portal

Fife: Cafe Inc during the school holidays and is a free lunch club for children, and young people.


Cafe Inc is a free lunch club for children, and young people. It provides tasty, healthy meals for our young people, while our schools are closed during the holidays. 

No need to book, just turn up. 

Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult, who can also have a meal.

For further information and to find out where your nearest Cafe Inc is being held 👉 Café Inc | Fife Council


Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Leuchars Station: Community Centre Timetable of events


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Contact the HIVE for more information

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Leuchars: Families Community Day, Wednesday 30th July

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Families £10 or Adults £3 and children £2,  **BBQ is not included in price**

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Blandford: Garrison FREE summer activities week starting Mon 28th July. Now open to Bovington Garrison families



Bovington & Lulworth (Garrison families) are welcome to attend the below sessions
Please contact Julie.Osmond100@mod.gov.uk regarding booking and access onto Blandford camp. Deposit is not required. 

Rugby Tots
  • Monday 28th 0900 -1200hrs Rugby Pitch - 7 - 10yrs
  • Tuesday 29th 0900 - 1200hrs Rugby Pitch - 11+yrs
For information about Rugby Tots click link HERE

Yoga & Wellbeing
  • Wednesday 30th 
  • 1000 - 1100 Jubilee Hall - Under 10's
  • 1100 - 1200 Jubilee Hall - Over 10's
Made By Me Craft  
  • Thursday 31st 0900 - 1030 Jubilee Hall 7 - 10yrs
  • Thursday 31st 1030 - 1200 Jubilee Hall 11+
For information about the craft theme session click HERE 

To complete booking form for all of above click HERE or pop into the Williams Building for a paper copy. 

Friday 1st August BAD GUYS 2 - PG Trailer: THE BAD GUYS 2 | BFBS Cinemas

Doors open 1030hrs, Film commences 1100hrs prompt.
Tickets are £5 per child, this includes entry, a cone of popcorn, and a cold soft drink. Accompanying adults Free of Charge.
Tickets can be purchased in advance from the Williams Building or will be available on the day.
All activity deposits and Matinee costs are CASH ONLY.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE via BGSU welfare team.

July 24, 2025

Dreghorn: Pinnacle drop-in sessions, Tuesdays 1300-1500

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Scotland: Forces Wives Challenge upcoming events in 2025

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Bovington: Wool Parish Newsletter Aug 2025

 



The latest edition is available. Click HERE to read. 

Local information, events, notices & updates.
Includes details of new speed limits in local area, road closures, summer scarecrow competition & community lunches. 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Alton: Lilo & Stitch Hawaiian Beach Party Alton Community Centre Tues 19th Aug 4 - 5.30pm

 



Information provided  by South East HIVE Hub