March 25, 2026
Shropshire - AWS Community Support - Donnington - Monthly Family Fun Sessions from 22 April
Grampian: Aberdeenshire Mental Health Improvement and Wellbeing Service
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The Mental Health Improvement & Wellbeing Service (MHIWS) in Aberdeenshire has launched a weekly Virtual Drop-In Session. Details in flyer and at: https://ow.ly/hQOt50VfHeI
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Milford Haven: Milford Haven Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets are Recruiting Unit Management Team Members
Milford Haven Sea Cadets & Royal Marines Cadets - Join Our Team!
Are you looking to make a real difference in your community? We're on the look out for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our Unit Management Team (UMT) and help shape the next generation of young people.
What's Involved?
As part of our UMT, you'll support the smooth running of the unit behind the scenes. From Finance to fundraising, safeguarding to strategic planning. We need you!
Why Join Us?
Are you looking to make a real difference in your community? We're on the look out for passionate, dedicated individuals to join our Unit Management Team (UMT) and help shape the next generation of young people.
What's Involved?
As part of our UMT, you'll support the smooth running of the unit behind the scenes. From Finance to fundraising, safeguarding to strategic planning. We need you!
Why Join Us?
- To help make a positive impact on young people's lives
- Be part of a supportive and welcoming team
- Use your professional skills in a meaningful way
Interested?
Drop us an email on: recruitment@milfordhavenscc.org.uk to find out more!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Drop us an email on: recruitment@milfordhavenscc.org.uk to find out more!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
Transformative new childcare support could save Armed Forces families up to £6,000 a year
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A new Ministry of Defence scheme to transform support for Armed Forces families with young children will be rolled out across Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland from September 2026, the Defence Secretary has announced on 20 March 2026.
This major boost could save eligible Armed Forces families up to £6,000 per year for each child, depending on where you are in the UK.
Defence is committed to supporting Armed Forces families, wherever you live and work. This scheme will help with the cost of living and navigating life as a family in the Armed Forces, recognising the demands placed on Service personnel and the critical roles families play in support of them.
Hundreds of families in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are expected to be eligible for the scheme.
Defence Secretary, John Healey MP, said:
"Our Armed Forces families are at the heart of our nation's security. With demands on defence rising, from the conflict in the Middle East to growing Russian aggression, we are asking more of our military, and it is right that we continue to step up our support for them.
“This transformative offer will ensure more military families get the childcare support they need, no matter where they are posted.
"We are making good on our promise to Armed Forces families - supporting them as they support our dedicated military personnel defending the UK and our allies. Our message to the Armed Forces community is clear: this government is on your side."
This major boost could save eligible Armed Forces families up to £6,000 per year for each child, depending on where you are in the UK.
Defence is committed to supporting Armed Forces families, wherever you live and work. This scheme will help with the cost of living and navigating life as a family in the Armed Forces, recognising the demands placed on Service personnel and the critical roles families play in support of them.
Hundreds of families in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland are expected to be eligible for the scheme.
Defence Secretary, John Healey MP, said:
"Our Armed Forces families are at the heart of our nation's security. With demands on defence rising, from the conflict in the Middle East to growing Russian aggression, we are asking more of our military, and it is right that we continue to step up our support for them.
“This transformative offer will ensure more military families get the childcare support they need, no matter where they are posted.
"We are making good on our promise to Armed Forces families - supporting them as they support our dedicated military personnel defending the UK and our allies. Our message to the Armed Forces community is clear: this government is on your side."
Defence Secretary meets Service families
(images UK MOD Crown Copyright 2024)
(images UK MOD Crown Copyright 2024)
On 19 March 2026, the Defence Secretary visited Dreghorn Barracks in Edinburgh to launch this new scheme and meet families who will benefit from this extra support.About the scheme
Who is eligible for the scheme?
Recruit for Spouses: New RFS opportunities this April for military spouses and partners
Recruit for Spouses has released its latest upcoming events, career programmes and support available throughout April.
If you’re looking for employment, training, or support with your next step, there are a range of opportunities to explore.
To register your interest, sign in to the RFS Portal:
https://portal.recruitforspouses.co.uk/users/sign_in
Or email: info@recruitforspouses.co.uk
March 24, 2026
Defence UK Nursery Authority (UKNA) – launches Sept 2026
To access any document links, please view the document online here.
Further information will follow in due course, but please contact HIVE with any queries in the meantime.
Scotland: Scottish Government publish Veterans Mental Health and Wellbeing Pathway – National Framework
1. Ministerial Foreword
We are delighted to publish this Veterans Mental Health Framework for Scotland, which marks a firm step forward in how we support the mental health and wellbeing of anyone who has served in our armed forces.
The Framework sets out our vision for every veteran in Scotland to be able to access appropriate and timely mental health and wellbeing support. That should be the case no matter where in the country a veteran asks for help.
Serving one’s country is an act of great courage and commitment. We owe a profound debt of gratitude to those who have done so, and it is our responsibility to ensure that they can access the support they need, on a consistent basis, and without fear of stigma or discrimination.
We recognise that military service brings with it a distinct set of experiences and demands. While many veterans transition successfully into civilian life, some will face mental health challenges that require a tailored and specialist response from our services. The nature of their experiences - including service‑related injuries, periods of transition, and exposure to traumatic events - can differ significantly from those of the wider population.
Serving one’s country is an act of great courage and commitment. We owe a profound debt of gratitude to those who have done so, and it is our responsibility to ensure that they can access the support they need, on a consistent basis, and without fear of stigma or discrimination.
We recognise that military service brings with it a distinct set of experiences and demands. While many veterans transition successfully into civilian life, some will face mental health challenges that require a tailored and specialist response from our services. The nature of their experiences - including service‑related injuries, periods of transition, and exposure to traumatic events - can differ significantly from those of the wider population.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
March 23, 2026
Wales: Careers Wales - Survey for Parents 2026
Parents – did you know there’s a dedicated section just for you on the Careers Wales website?
We’re always looking to improve it, and your feedback really matters to us.
👉 Take a few minutes to share your thoughts in our short survey
Your input will help us make the information more useful and relevant for parents like you!
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
St Athan: The Gathering Place Community Survey Open
The Gathering Place:
Shaping the Future Together - The Gathering Place Community Survey
The Gathering Place is a welcoming, accessible building at the heart of St Athan. Built as both a Methodist church and community space, it has grown into a valued local hub. Around 200 people use the building each week for activities that support connection, wellbeing and community life.
We are currently making plans for the future and are keen to hear from local people about their ideas for activities that could take place in the building. We'd be very grateful if you could take a few minutes to complete our community survey.
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.
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