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February 13, 2026
February 12, 2026
Bristol: Official guide 2026
Please click here to view this guide online
Downloadable maps of Bristol City Centre, Clifton Village, transport options and walks can be found here
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Bath: Official guide 2026
Please click here to read this guide online
Downloadable maps of Bath's City Centre, parking options and gardens can be found here
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Bovington: Garrison welfare team
- Unit Welfare Officer - Mr Adrian Ingham
- Garrison Welfare Warrant Officer - WO2 Scott Forrester
- Welfare Support Officer - Zoe Van de Zande
Tel: Welfare Office 01929 402239 or 01929 402240
Email: CMC-BovLulSU-WELFARE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
In case of emergency - duty welfare mobile number 07971 577282
In case of emergency - duty welfare mobile number 07971 577282
Please only contact the duty mobile number if it is an urgent welfare matter.
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Blandford: Garrison welfare support
The Welfare support teams and chaplaincy services offer support and advice to all Soldiers, Officers and families living or working on the Garrison
Should you require help and support or have a welfare issue please contact a member of your Welfare Team during normal working hours on:
Blandford Garrison Support Unit (BGSU)
Garrison Welfare Clerk - BlandfordGar-BGSU-WCSO Tel: 01258 481938
Garrison Welfare Officer - BLANDFORDGAR-BGSU-GWO Tel: 01258 481936
BGSU Padre - Revd Carl Stokes
Carl.Stokes103@mod.gov.uk
11 (RSS) Sig Regt Welfare Team
Unit Welfare Senior NCO - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-Welfare NCO Tel: 01258 482619
Asst Unit Welfare Officer - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-AUWO Tel: 01258 482902
Unit Welfare Officer - DSCIS-11SR-RHQ-UWO Tel: 01258 482901
11 Sigs Padre - Rev Caroline Rogers
Caroline.Rogers118@mod.gov.uk
Out of hours emergency contact the Guardroom on - 01258 482402.
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First Defence Finance: Earn £5 for every friend you refer to First Defence Finance this February
Earn £5 for every friend you refer to First Defence Finance this February using your unique link.
1. Log in & get your unique link
2. Share it with anyone who could benefit from joining our credit union.
3. Ask them to choose “Family, friend, or colleague” when the sign-up form asks how they heard about us.
4. Get £5 for you and £5 for your friends after every successful referral.
There’s no limit.* Invite one friend or ten and watch your savings grow!
Log in on their app to generate your link: bit.ly/GenerateYourLink
Or on their website: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/log-in
*Terms and conditions apply. Over 18's only. First Defence Finance is a trading name of Plane Saver Credit Union Ltd. Plane Saver Credit Union is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Firm Ref: 213609. All deposits are protected under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme for up to £120,000. Find the full terms and conditions on our website: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/refer-a-friend
1. Log in & get your unique link
2. Share it with anyone who could benefit from joining our credit union.
3. Ask them to choose “Family, friend, or colleague” when the sign-up form asks how they heard about us.
4. Get £5 for you and £5 for your friends after every successful referral.
There’s no limit.* Invite one friend or ten and watch your savings grow!
Log in on their app to generate your link: bit.ly/GenerateYourLink
Or on their website: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/log-in
*Terms and conditions apply. Over 18's only. First Defence Finance is a trading name of Plane Saver Credit Union Ltd. Plane Saver Credit Union is authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority and the Prudential Regulation Authority. Firm Ref: 213609. All deposits are protected under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme for up to £120,000. Find the full terms and conditions on our website: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/refer-a-friend
February 11, 2026
Staffordshire - Flood Warnings and Alerts

With periods of heavy rain which have affected parts of Staffordshire, here's a reminder to check the latest flood warnings and alerts in your area.
The Environment Agency provides up to date information so you can stay prepared and make safe decisions about travel and personal safety.
🚗 Please avoid driving or walking through floodwater, even shallow water can be dangerous
🛣️ Plan journeys carefully and allow extra time if conditions are poor
🚨 Follow advice from emergency services if flooding affects your area
👵 Look out for vulnerable neighbours or family members, especially during weather‑related disruptions
🔗 Check the current flood warnings and alerts here: https://orlo.uk/oZbjW
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