January 12, 2026

Brompton-on-Swale: Little Footsteps Stay and Play upcoming dates


We do love a good old calendar list here in the Parish — and now our youngest explorers are officially part of our ever‑growing line‑up! 

Little Footsteps is joining the rhythm of parish life, bringing play, laughter, and tiny footsteps to our shared journey. 

Keep an eye on the calendar for their upcoming sessions and special seasonal moments. It’s a joy to see our community growing from the very smallest upwards. [Little Footsteps - Stay & Play Baby & Toddler Group]

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

Northern Ireland: Irish Passport Paper Applications Are Changing

 

Paper applications are changing.
From 1 December 2025, the Irish Passport Service will no longer accept the green APS1/APS2 application forms.

From 1 December, if you wish to make a paper application you can contact the Passport Assist Service for assistance, or click here for more information.

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Northern Ireland: Education Maintenance Allowance

 
Decided to stay on in school after compulsory school age, or go to FE college in NI?
You may be entitled to #EducationMaintenanceAllowance.

Applications for 2025/26 are open until 31 March 2026.
For more information and application forms, see: https://www.nidirect.gov.uk/.../education-maintenance...
Department for the Economy NI

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January 9, 2026

Gloucestershire: Upcoming virtual Antenatal Infant Feeding Workshops

 

If you are over 28 weeks gestation and interesting in learning more about feeding your baby, then please do sign up to one of the upcoming dates. Partners are welcome and encouraged to attend where possible as well.

Please scan the QR code or follow the link below to sign-up via Eventbrite: Gloucestershire Specialist Infant Feeding Team

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Lyneham: Upcoming charity bingo nights at MOD Lyneham Community Centre

 

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Dorset: Homestart support for parents and young children

 


For more information on role click HERE
To get involved click HERE

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Northern Ireland: Vehicle Tests: Temporary Exemption Certificate update from NIDirect

Vehicles that were first registered between 1 June 2020 and 31 May 2021 or between 1 June 2018 and 31 May 2019, and have a valid Northern Ireland MOT will be given a Temporary Exemption Certificate (TEC ).
This means they will not need a vehicle test (MOT) for 12 months from the date their current certificate expires.
Find out more at: http://www.nidirect.gov.uk/.../guide-booking-your-mot...
Department for Infrastructure

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Blandford: Welfare newsletter


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January 8, 2026