January 5, 2026

Dundee: Estate Manager Vacancy within Highland Reserve Forces and Cadets Association, closing date noon Thursday 29th January 2026


Applications are invited for the post of Estates Manager for the Highland Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (HRFCA) based in our Dundee Office, Seathwood 365, Dundee, DD2 1lX. Date of appointment will be dependent on the availability of the successful candidate but is expected to be by March 2026.

The Post is Permanent/full-time based on a 37 hour working week. This is a Crown Servant (Civil Servant Band C2 equivalent) and the salary is £37,720. The successful candidate will be eligible to join the Council of RFCA’s Pension Scheme which operates on a Career Average Revalued Earnings (CARE) basis and has a personal contribution for members of 5% of pensionable earnings. Annual leave, excluding Public Holidays, is 25 days per year, rising to 30 days after 5 years’ service; previous public sector employment may count towards qualifying years’ service. Applicants must have a clean driving licence and should live within reasonable commuting distance of the Dundee office. A significant amount of travel is involved therefore candidates must be prepared to travel and spend nights away from home, for which reasonable expenses will be reimbursed. An Association vehicle is provided.

As a minimum applicants must be educated to HND in a building surveying or construction related discipline, relevant experience will be considered. Alternatively membership of CIOB or Institute of Maintenance and Building Management would also be acceptable.

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Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Serve & Protect Credit Union: Free financial webinars – January dates


🌍 Eco-Friendly Ways to Save Money
Dates: Thursday 8th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: How you can live a greener life, helping you to save money and care for the planet.
🔗 Register Here

🐖 Saving Made Simple: Practical Tips to Boost your Savings
Dates: Wednesday 14th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: Explore 10 practical savings methods to build a healthy savings cushion.
🔗 Register Here

✍ Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money
Dates: Thursday 15th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: How to create a budget that meets your goals, with tips to cut spending.
🔗 Register Here

☔ The Road to Financial Resilience: Preparing for the Unexpected
Date: Wednesday 21st January
Time: 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM
What to Expect: Explore why financial resilience matters and simple, practical tips to improve it.
🔗 Register Here

🚀 Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score
Dates: Thursday 22nd January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: Understand the importance of looking after your credit score, with tips to improve it.
🔗 Register Here

💡 Before You Borrow: Key Things to Know
Date: Thursday 29th January
Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM
What to Expect: Understand the key factors lenders may evaluate, with tips to consider before applying.
🔗 Register Here

Chatham: Start the New Year Smoke Free!






Start the New Year Smoke-Free!

Thinking about quitting smoking?
Now’s the perfect time to take control!

Getting support from your local stop smoking service increases your chance of success.

Your Quit Support Includes:

  • Weekly 1-to-1 sessions on site at Brompton Barracks
  •  A FREE vape starter kit
  • A FREE nicotine patches, gum or lozenges
Why Quit?
  • Physical activity will feel easier 
  • Improve your mood
  • Save money
 Meet the Team

We’ll be at The Cook House on Tuesday 6th January 2026 from 10:00 – 13:00.
Drop in for a confidential chat and find out how we can support your mission to quit.

Or sign up for FREE quit smoking support here:
👉 Referral to Medway's Stop Smoking Service (Smokefree Families and Military) – Fill in form


Make this year the one you go smoke-free – we’ve got your back!

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Northern Ireland: The Wessex Cinema Aldergrove, January Showings

Please keep an eye on the BFBS Cinemas website for the latest listings and updates to all missing BBFC ratings and running times.


Information provided by HIVE NI

Lichfield: Pinnacle & Amey Housing Surgery - Tuesday 28 January


Information provided by: Central HIVE Hub

 

Bovington: Are you due to move to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford?



Are you (or someone you know) due to be posted to Bovington, Lulworth or Blandford soon?
If so contact Bovington HIVE to request pre-arrival information.

Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-Bovington-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Core information sheets are available from the HIVE and contain useful information on accommodation,employment,health & wellbeing, finance, childcare,schools & adult education as well as location overview of community amenities, facilities and activities etc. There is also help with general queries regarding the local area.

Bovington HIVE can also provide you with information sheets on other locations across the UK and overseas. Please call in to speak to the HIVE information officer or use the contact details above.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Dorset: New Year bin collection dates until Mon 12th Jan 2026

 

Usual collection day         Revised collection day

Monday 5 January               Tuesday 6 January

Tuesday 6 January              Wednesday 7 January

Wednesday 7 January        Thursday 8 January

Thursday 8 January            Friday 9 January

Friday 9 January                Saturday 10 January

Collection days will return to normal from Monday 12 January.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE


Bovington: Wool Parish Newsletter Jan 2026

 



The latest edition is available. Click HERE to read. 

Local information, events, notices & updates

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Bovitots parent, baby & child group sessions

A relaxed friendly space for the little ones to play and for parents and carers to connect. 
Everyone welcome. 
Large indoor play area and fenced outdoor space with toys.
Toilets and baby changing facilities.
Free car parking.

Poppies tearoom is adjacent to the Memorial Hall serving breakfasts, lunches, kids meals, beverages, hot/cold snacks & takeaway. 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Bovington: Monkey World 50% off entry for locals Fri 2nd - Sat 31st Jan 2026


Monkey World is starting the New Year off with a promotion for all locals to the park- half price off entry during January! From the 2nd to 31st, anyone with a BH, DT or SP postcode will benefit from 50% off the entry price to Monkey World.

To take advantage of this offer, simply book online HERE or buy direct from the gate. 

Proof of address will be required on entry. You will get the best prices by booking online! Offer valid from 2nd-31st January ONLY. Promotions cannot be combined.

Information provided by Bovington HIVE