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June 1, 2026
Lichfield: Pinnacle Housing Surgery - 9 June - 1300-1400 - in the HIVE building

Edinburgh: The Royal British Legion Scotland Community Coffee morning Tuesday 16th June 10:30-12:00
We’re pleased to welcome colleagues from Sight Scotland Veterans, who will be joining us to give a short presentation on the vital services and support they provide for veterans and their families.
Join us for a relaxed morning of warm drinks, delicious cake, and great company, with plenty of time to connect, chat, and catch up with others in the community.
📅 Date: 16th of June
🕥 Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm
📍 Location: New Haig House, Edinburgh
This is a great opportunity to meet others, hear updates from Legion Scotland, and learn more about upcoming membership and volunteering opportunities.
Everyone is welcome — whether it’s your first visit or you’re a regular face, we’d love to see you there.
📧 Please RSVP:
c.rizzo@legionscotland.org.uk
We look forward to sharing a coffee and a conversation with you.
Information provided by Leuchars HIVE
Cardiff & Vale of Glamorgan: Carers Week event on Thu 11th June at Penarth Leisure Centre
Carers Week
Carers’ Week 2026, taking place from 8 - 14 June, is a UK-wide awareness campaign looking to raise awareness of caring, highlight the challenges carers face and recognise the contribution they make to families and communities.The theme for 2026 is 'Building Carer Friendly Communities'
We are pleased to share that a Carers' Week event will be taking place on:
Date: Thursday 11 June 2026
Time: 11:00am – 13:30pm
Location: Penarth Leisure Centre, Andrew Road, Penarth CF64 2NS
This event is being delivered in partnership by Cardiff Council, Vale of Glamorgan Council and TuVida. We would like to invite unpaid carers and members of the public to express their interest in attending.
The event will offer an opportunity to:
- Find out about local support and services
- Connect with organisations across Cardiff and the Vale
- Access information, advice and wellbeing support
- Take part in a range of taster activities designed to support health and wellbeing
- Complimentary Afternoon Tea for unpaid carers
Expression of Interest for Carers Week Event
Click here for further information on Carers Week
Central: AWS CS Summer Sports Week - 27 July - 30 July

For more information please contact your local CDW:
Lichfield: Molly Nash CDW - molly.nash112@mod.gov.uk
Bramcote & Kineton: Stacey Gales CDW - stacey.gales100@mod.gov.uk
Stafford: Lisa Chalcraft CDW - lisa.chalcraft100@mod.gov.uk
Donnington & Ternhill: Sian Maikin CDW - sian.makin105@mod.gov.uk
ceive a confirmation email and further details/instructions early July 2026.
Additional information for Stafford families:
Transport will be provided from the Dixon Centre, Tedder Road, Stafford, ST16 3RA.
We kindly ask that you think carefully about whether your child will enjoy a sports week. In previous years we have had children desperate for a place and children attending that did not want to join in with sports activities.
The sessions are open to 5 years and over but again please remember that these are long sports days and younger children can become quite tired.
If you are successful you will receive a confirmation email and further details/instructions early July.
Information provided by Central HIVE Hub
Vale of Glamorgan: Early Years Additional Learning Needs Team, Inclusion for all Training - June 2026
For professionals only
In June, the Early Years Additional Learning Needs Team will deliver four free online training modules via Microsoft teams.
Module 1 - Person Centred Practice in the Early Years - Wednesday, 3 June 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Module 2 - Inclusion for All in the Early Years - Wednesday, 10 June 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Module 3 - Working Together in the Early Years - Wednesday, 17 June 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Module 4 - The Early Years ALN Process Explained - Wednesday, 24 June 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Book a place via Dewis or Email: kbarrett@valeofglamorgan.gov.uk
Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub
HighGround: Army Spouses Online Focus Group invitation, Tuesday 16 Jun at 13.30
They are now looking to expand their support to spouses and partners of Army personnel, and have arranged this webinar to gain further insights for that project. Your voices are needed!
To find out more please visit: https://highground-uk.org/
To join the online focus group on 16 Jun, scan the QR code in the poster, or see below:
Microsoft Teams meeting
Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/345002815956947?p=aHbe6lnD7lIX01G4Gt
Meeting ID: 345 002 815 956 947
Passcode: Yj6hs7gr
JPMorganChase: ACCESS Empower & Connect - Military Spouse Experience, London 23–24 June
Empower & Connect: Military Spouse Experience
JPMorgan are delighted to be hosting their final in-person event for the 2026 ACCESS Programme, taking place on 23–24 June in London.
This two-day experience is designed to recognise the unique strengths, resilience and potential of military spouses, bringing together a supportive community focused on connection, insight and growth.
Across the event, participants will:
- Gain insight into careers at JPMorgan Chase
- Build meaningful professional networks
- Develop practical skills through CV and interview workshops
- Explore opportunities across AWM, CIB and Technology
- Understand the role and impact of data in today’s workplace
This programme continues to be incredibly important in supporting military spouses with the confidence, tools and connections to take your next steps.
If you or someone in your network would benefit from joining us, we would love to hear from you.
Registration is required – please get in touch via email to military.veterans.affairs@jpmorgan.com for more information, or scan the QR code on the poster to secure your place.







