Available now www.bfbs.com/new-bfbs-radio-app
October 20, 2021
BFBS announces new radio app
This week BFBS launched a new Radio app, available for all Android and Apple devices.
As well as accessing all the BFBS radio stations, anywhere in the world, the app now allows listeners to hear and download their favourite music and BFBS Podcasts, listen to the Catch-Up services, browse all the scheduling information and more.
Available now www.bfbs.com/new-bfbs-radio-app
Available now www.bfbs.com/new-bfbs-radio-app
October 19, 2021
October 18, 2021
October 17, 2021
Togetherall Community Story
Togetherall is a safe place where you can share your experiences, anonymously and 24/7, monitored by trained Wall-Guides.
If you don’t feel like sharing, there is also a range of courses & resources available.
Sign up today at: togetherall.com armed forces
October 15, 2021
Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - Force for Change programme
Force for Change programme - closing date 19 November 2021
This programme will award grants of up to £10,000 for community projects that reduce isolation and promote integration; supporting post-Covid recovery in local Armed Forces communities affected by isolation.
Further information can be found on the Armed Forces Covenant Fund website.
Beverley: VANL and ERVAS Merger Exploration
VANL and ERVAS merger exploration
Voluntary Action North Lincolnshire and East Riding Voluntary Action Services (ERVAS) Ltd are exploring the potential the benefits of the two organisations merging. No decision has been made at this time, however we will be embarking on a thorough consultation process, with all who have an interest in the organisations - first and foremost members, followed by partners and funders.
The main reason we are exploring this is to strengthen voluntary sector support across the areas and improve long term sustainability of both organisations.
October 14, 2021
UCAS guidance for potential students from a UK Armed Forces background
Veterans, or students whose parent(s), carer(s), or partner are current or former UK Armed Forces personnel may find there are unique circumstances to consider when making their applications. They may also be able to get extra support from their chosen university or college.
The information pages cover advice for:
*Service children
*Veterans
*Spouses/partners of UK Armed Forces personnel
Veterans' Gateway - unclaimed service pensions
If you served in the Armed Forces after April 1975, you could have an unclaimed pension. AFPS 75 pensions earned before April 2005 are payable at age 60.
To claim your preserved pension, go to the Veterans UK website and fill in AFPS Form 8. You will not receive the pension automatically - you will have to make a claim. You should send the form off around 6 months before your pension is due. If you have passed the due date you can still claim using the same form.
Further information is available on the Veterans' Gateway website.
Childcare Choices
The Childcare Choices website details what Government help is available for parents paying for childcare.
You can also read the myth-busting FAQ's for advice.
Lancashire: Wyre Council & Community Trust Veterans online Zoom chat every Thursday
This is a weekly event from the comfort of your own home.
October 13, 2021
Free mental health resources
Following the recent World Mental Health Day on Sunday 10th October, a list of supportive resources have been put together for the military community.
Please click the image above to access the links and view the document in full
October 12, 2021
October 11, 2021
Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust annual report and accounts 2020/21
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust have just published it's Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust annual report and accounts 2020/21 : The Armed Forces Covenant Trust
Stop the spread this winter
It’s more important than ever to get your flu jab this year.
October 8, 2021
Free Headspace access for Army Personnel
Take a little time to consider your own mental wellbeing. How are you…really?
October 7, 2021
Blue Light Card
Upgrade your home with BT, Whirlpool and Oliver Bonas, or treat yourself to something special with super savings on beauty products, bouquets and more…
UK Government Travel System from 4th October
Find out more: Guidance and Information
Royal British Legion Teaching Resources
Teaching Remembrance | Learning Resources | Royal British Legion
October 5, 2021
Stress Down Day - Friday 29th Oct
First Light Trust's next #StressDownDayUK is on Friday 29th October. Promoting emotional wellbeing, what will you spend your time doing?
Click HERE for more information
October 4, 2021
Red Passport holders warned to check if still in date?
Red passport holders warned to check if still 'valid' after major rule change
Those who are still using red passports are being warned to pay careful attention to a rule change which could catch them out.
Red passport holders are being urged to check if their travel document is still valid before travelling abroad after a major rule change.
When UK left the EU last year, a new blue passport design with the lettering 'BRITISH PASSPORT' replaced the original red which is slowly being phased out.
However, those who are still using red passports are being warned to pay careful attention to a rule change surrounding expiry dates which could catch them out.
Passports are now only valid for 10 years exactly - additional months on anyone's red passports (passports issued before the UK left the EU ) are no longer valid. This could reduce the validity time by several months without people being aware.
"Example: passport issue date 21st Jun 2012, passport expiry date 21st Dec 2022.
"Your passport expiry date is now the 21st Jun 2022.
"Most countries in the EU require that your passport is valid for six months on the date of return from your holiday, some countries it’s three months, meaning the last date you could return on the above example would be the 21st Dec 2021."
The government advises you check your passport is valid before you travel abroad.
Since 2020, those renewing or applying for a new passport has been issued the new, blue design.
October 1, 2021
The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards new website launched
click on image to visit website
The new site brings together the constituent parts of the Regimental Family in one website. Not only the serving Regiment at Leuchars, but also, in particular, the Association, the Regimental Museum and Shop, and the Regimental Charity.In the coming months we will be introducing a new, updated Shop; and "alumni" facility where members of the Regimental family can identify friends and colleagues they served with and communicate with them.
Have a look. We hope you find it both interesting and helpful.
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