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Thursday 30 July 2020

Armed Forces Covenant Fund grants available - Tackling Loneliness Programme



The Tackling Loneliness programme will address this challenge by targeting specific groups within the Armed Forces community who are traditionally harder to reach.

Wednesday 29 July 2020

JSHAO - request for 'moving stories'


The Big White Wall is re-naming.




The service, which is available for free to all provides a safe online community to support your mental health, 24/7.

JSHAO Housing Presentations online

Service Family Hot Topics - Parental Support

Friday 24 July 2020

MyHealthcareHub



The new 'My Healthcare Hub' is available on the Defence Gateway and provides useful information on the following:

GOV UK - Guidance: Financial Top Tips For Service Personnel



Service personnel and their families can experience difficulty in accessing commercial products and services due to their mobility and time spent outside the UK.

UK: The Royal British Legion - Five Tips For Managing Your Money During Covid-19

TRBL know that the COVID-19 pandemic is having a devastating effect on people’s livelihoods and causing financial worries.

GOV UK: Tax Credits Deadline


Tax credits customers have just one week left to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) about changes to their circumstances or income before the deadline on 31st July 2020.

Home Alone


Poster provided by the EJSU UWO

Strépy-Thieu Boat Lift - Mons


A truly remarkable feat of engineering and an unforgettable sight in Mons is the Strepy-Thieu Boat Lift. I

Thursday 23 July 2020

SSFA RAF Impact Report




Please click here to download.

Discover My Benefits - update




The Discover My Benefits tool is the definitive online resource to understand the wide range of benefits and allowances Service personnel and their families are entitled to and how to take them.

2020/21 CONTRIBUTIONS IN LIEU OF COUNCIL TAX (CILOCT)



Army Basing Plans


APACHE BASING DECISION

BACKGROUND

The British Army Apache helicopters (AH64-D) are currently located in Middle Wallop, Hampshire and Wattisham Flying Station, Suffolk. Recent studies have considered combining all Apache units onto one single site.

Run on of legacy benefits for those moving to Universal Credit



Wednesday 22 July, the DWP is introducing a run-on of legacy benefits for those moving to Universal Credit, to provide them with extra support.

SSAFA - Veterans in Europe



Assisting British Veterans and their families to make the adjustments they need as Britain leaves the European Union.​ Please click here.

Message from Air Commodore Wendy Rothery, Head of Accommodation, DIO

I am delighted that the Chancellor and Defence Secretary have announced that almost £200M has been allocated to upgrade Service Family Accommodation and Single Living Accommodation.

COMMUNITY EVENTS SURVEY

Please click here to take the survey.

Discover Wallonia by bike, 45 trails to discover


Free brochure available by email or to view here, this brochure has lots route and maps to follow and information for biking in Wallonia.

Wednesday 22 July 2020

Cycling routes in Mons

Here is a link to Map my ride, find lots of new walking and cycling routes in Belgium.
Click 'here'

Local Walking route / Dog friendly

If you have any other suggestions for Dog friendly places to eat and drink close to a walk please get in touch with the HIVE shapehive@armymail.mod.uk

Monday 20 July 2020

Forest of Soignes


Comic Strip Walk in Brussels




The walk begins at the De Brouckere metro station and takes you through the Place de la Monnaie, where you will find the Belgian Royal Opera House.

Friday 17 July 2020

The Ultimate Outdoor Play - Landgraaf


One of Europe's largest climbing parks is in Landgraaf.

Van Gogh Village - Neunen


Brabant is Vincent van Gogh’s homeland (1853 - 1890). Van Gogh’s masterpieces are scattered throughout the world, but their roots are in Brabant.

Dental Summer Newsletter


To read online please click here

Thursday 16 July 2020

Ruralink Veteran


Ruralink works with the military community and the land-based sector to develop accessible pathways to a new career on the land. https://ruralink.org.uk/

YOU CAN SAVE ME




Please contact 032 478 970 280 EJSU-J1-Welfare-AWO@mod.gov.uk or 0044 808 168 311 crt.bfsws@coreassets.com

Friday 10 July 2020

What about the beach, promenade and crowd barometer?

On this page you will find all relevant information about the beach, promenade and crowdedness. The global pressure barometer gives you a live picture of the busy and quiet places by the sea.

Coming soon: The beach and promenade plans provide a nice overview of the guidelines per coastal municipality.

https://www.belgiancoast.co.uk/en/inspiration/beach-promenade-and-crowds

Thursday 9 July 2020

365.BE GUIDE - BRUSSELS EDITION



To view online please click here

365.BE GUIDE - WALLONIA EDITION



To view online please click here.


Dental Update


SHAPE Newcomers Guide 2020


To read online please click here

Mental health support - The Big White Wall




In times of increased stress, seeking help and support from others can be a real help.

The Big White Wall - Samaritans and being a better listener

Samaritans are challenging the UK to become better listeners by sharing expert tips on how to be a better listener.

Wednesday 8 July 2020

Breathing exercise for stress


This calming breathing technique for stress, anxiety and panic takes just a few minutes and can be done anywhere.

Bet blocker


Please click here for more information.

Tuesday 7 July 2020

Domestic Abuse and Young People - 3 films

The following three short films have been created in partnership between a young person who lived with domestic abuse , the Phoenix Theatre, You Trust children and young persons’ domestic abuse advocate and North East Hampshire Domestic Abuse Forum, in order to reach out to children and young people who are living with domestic abuse at this time.

Military Credit Union - Prepare for Your Visa Costs



​For more Information & Support please visit www.militarycu.uk

#DIGITALARMY Do's and Dont's




Like the rest of UK society, we in the Army are ever more connected through smart technology to conduct our everyday lives, keep in touch and create our online presence.

UK: Wrap Around Childcare for the children of SP

Free ‘wraparound’ childcare for armed forces children

Wednesday 1 July 2020

Living in our shoes: understanding the needs of UK Armed Forces families


A review commissioned by the Ministry of Defence into the concerns raised​ by armed forces families and recommendations for change.

Ministry of Defence Police Recruiting



MOD Police are looking for new recruits to join the MDP and train to be Authorised Firearms Officers, opens for applicant registration on 13 July.