Dual Accommodation Waiver – Information update on changes effective from 1 Apr 26

The Defence Accommodation Policy team have provided updated information on the Dual Accommodation Waiver (DAW) in line with changes that took effect from 1 Apr 2026.

Dual Accommodation Waiver applies to Service Personnel who live in SLA during the week as their Residence at Work Address and can also evidence a Privately Maintained Property, family home or formally retained Service Family Accommodation (SFA) in the UK.

The policy changes relate to timelines for claims, including backdating. This new information is available within the following Sway: Dual Accommodation Waiver Explained (Previously Extended SLA Waiver)

JSP references and key points of contact are included in the Sway for further enquiries, and HIVE can also be contacted for further information.

Catterick: North HIVE Hub Easter Closure

Information provided by North HIVE Hub

 

Northern Ireland: Veteran Services Northern Ireland Update

 

Important Update from Veterans Services Northern Ireland

We want to let you know about some recent changes to how you can contact Veterans Services Northern Ireland (formerly known as the Veterans Welfare Service Northern Ireland).

New Contact Number:
Due to comms restructuring, landline numbers are no longer in use. You can now reach the team on their new mobile number:
07387 05 05 64

Email Address (unchanged): dbsafvs-vws-ni@mod.gov.uk

Please note, while the name and phone contact have changed, the services and support available remain exactly the same. Veterans across Northern Ireland can continue to access the same trusted welfare services, advice, and information.

If you or someone you know needs support, don’t hesitate to get in touch using the details above.

Veteran’s Services Northern Ireland are here to help, please feel free to share to help spread the word.

Information provided by HIVE NI

Bovington: Garrison party in the park event - Sat 13th June

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Information provided by Bovington HIVE
 

Dorset: Pilates classes (Bere Regis primary school) Tues evenings

 

Information provided by Bovington HIVE

Highlands: Month of the Military Child Design a Logo

Armed forces families in Highland will be recognised, and celebrated, throughout April during the Month of the Military Child.

This year Highland Council’s Military Liaison Group (education) ran a ‘Design a Logo’ competition, asking children and young people to help create a visual reminder of the military children being supported.

This logo will now be used every April, in the Month of the Military Child which celebrates those children and young people from Armed Forces Families who are learning new ways, settling into new places and doing their best while their families serve, or when they did serve.

The competition attracted entries from across Highland, and judges were amazed by the creativity and artwork of all entries.

There were category winners for school stages, but the overall winner came from an upper primary pupil from Drakies Primary School, Inverness.

To read more 👉 Highland marks Month of the Military Child - Highland Council

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Wales: Home Start Cymru - Supporting Families

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Gloucestershire: Gloucestershire Parent Carer Forum upcoming events and ongoing support

 

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Gloucestershire Parent Carer Forum is a voice for those with lived experience of being a Parent Carer (this means parents and/or carers of children with any disability, SEN, condition, impairment or additional need). We can create a bridge to the providers of statutory services to help build better services for all families of disabled children in Gloucestershire.

Events take place all across Gloucestershire, with a selection included in the posters above.

Want to find out more? Visit the website at https://www.glospcf.org.uk/ or the Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/Gloucestershireparentcarers

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE

Haverfordwest: Pinnacle Housing Surgery on Thursday 23rd April 2026

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Lyneham & Calne: Job opportunities at Sunny Days Nurseries

 

Deputy Nursery Manager Opportunity in Lyneham, Wiltshire

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Deputy Nursery Manager to support the day-to-day running of our welcoming nursery. You will help lead a dedicated team, ensure high standards of care and education and have the support of a dedicated Management team.

• Competitive salary with 28 days holiday + sign-on bonus
• Level 3 (or above) qualification in EY/Childcare and previous experience in a senior role in a nursery setting
• Ongoing training, CPD and leadership development
• Strong leadership, excellent communication and teamwork skills.

If this sounds like you, please get in touch

Apply now: HR@sunnydays-nursery.co.uk
More info: www.sunnydays-nursery.co.uk/useful-info/careers

Other roles also available:

Nursery Manager Calne

Deputy Nursery Manager Calne

Early Years Practitioners Lyneham & Calne

Nursery / Club Assistants Lyneham & Calne

Information provided by Lyneham HIVE