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June 25, 2025

New digital tool: Overseas allowance planning now easier


Check out the Overseas Allowances Reckoner (OAR), to get a fast, personalised estimate of what you’ll receive – if you’re in the Armed Forces and preparing for a posting abroad.


Click on the link below to find out more - 

New digital tool - Overseas allowance planning now easier

Defence Animal Training Regiment - Open Day - Sat 28th June 2025

Stafford: AWS Community Support Summer Fun Dixon Centre Tedder Road Thursday 7th August 2025 12pm - 3pm

 


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Stafford: AWS Community Support Family Fun 5th 12th and 14th August 2025 MOD Stafford Community Centre Maresfield Drive


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Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest Vacancies in Scotland - available exclusively to Service Leavers, Veterans and Military Spouses/Partners


GFIE – 438 - DWP Fraud Officer, Leith & Glasgow
10 positions available

Closing Date extended to : 07 July 2025


Job Description

​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

North Yorkshire: Rural Reach Information Advice Bus dates for July


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Brecon: Wildlife Watch Club - Brecon Group at Y Gaer - Fri 25 July 25


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The Wildlife Trust of South & West Wales welcomes children into exciting experiences and unforgettable opportunities to explore the wonderful world of our wildlife!

With first-hand practical activities like Environmental Artwork and Bughouse Building, to peaceful observational activities like Barn Owl Watching – there are plenty of moments to make memories!

Suitable for children 7 – 12 (children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult)

To register your interest, please contact:

Alan/01874 623 346
or contact Y Gaer at: ygaer@powys.gov.uk

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Hereford: Stop Smoking Drop-In Sessions



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Hereford: West Mercia Police Police - Community Support Officers Recruitment

West Mercia Police have just opened recruitment for Police Community Support Officers (PCSOs) 
PCSOs play a vital role in neighbourhood policing across Herefordshire, Shropshire, and Worcestershire. They tackle real issues affecting our communities by building strong relationships and trust.


Applications close on July 11th https://orlo.uk/kir6m


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Catterick: Citizens Advice Drop locations and dates for July


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