Generic and local information for the UK Military community in SHAPE/Belgium including Serving Personnel, Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians.
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Friday, 22 August 2025
SHAPE: Mina’s Wednesday Craft Club, starts Wednesday 3rd September 2025, 15:45
Creative After School Activities at SHAPE Arts and Crafts with Mina are back in September 2025!
Pre-booking Required.
WHEN: Wednesdays throughout September 2025, 15:45 - 17:00
WHERE: SHAPE Arts and Crafts, Building 307
WHO: Ages 6 to 15
MORE INFORMATION: artandcraft@shapemwb.be
Monday, 18 August 2025
SHAPE: Saturday Pottery at Arts and Crafts, starting September 2025
Get your craft on! At Saturday Pottery with Jess.
Pre-Booking and Pre-Payment Essential.
WHEN: First 2 Saturdays of each month, 10:00-12:00 & 13:00-15:00
WHERE: SHAPE Arts and Crafts, Building 307
MORE INFORMATION: Contact artandcraft@shapemwb.be
Please Note: Art and Crafts is currently closed for their Summer Break, reopening on Monday 26 August 2025.
Tanks in Town, Friday 29th to Sunday 31st August 2025, Mons
Tanks in Town is looming large! Celebrating the liberation of the town of Mons at the end of WW2.
A procession of WWII tanks and military vehicles will follow in the tracks of the American armoured convoy that drove through the town in September 1944 following the Normandy landing. The war would still continue 8 months but hope was in sight.
Come and see the Shermans, Chaffees, Pershings, Tank Destroyers, Half Tracks, armoured cars, jeeps and lorries peacefully drive through the historic centre then gather on the Grand Place where the public get a chance to have a closer look at them.
Come and see the Shermans, Chaffees, Pershings, Tank Destroyers, Half Tracks, armoured cars, jeeps and lorries peacefully drive through the historic centre then gather on the Grand Place where the public get a chance to have a closer look at them.
Thursday, 14 August 2025
Wherever your assignment is taking you, HIVE is here to provide the local information!
If your posting is in the UK you can find our blog and location guides here. Please use our MS Forms enquiry function for any additional locations or if you have any enquiries.
Are you assigned overseas? If you’re posted to an overseas location where we have a HIVE, you will find information – plus our local office’s contact details – at:
• Belgium (SHAPE)
• Brunei
• Brunssum
• Cyprus
• Gibraltar
• Naples
• Sennelager
Posted elsewhere overseas? Don’t worry if your new location is not listed above, the iHIVE covers the rest of the world, with over 100 location guides available plus online enquiry support.
Our iHIVE is tri-Service and is listed on the Overseas Supportability checklist as an action, so that Service personnel and families can obtain the relevant information they may each require, to ensure that their new location can meet each individual’s and family’s needs.
For those with MODnet access, Army HIVE’s SharePoint sitecan also be used to download our information sheets or ask questions – please go to our Overseas Postings area
If you’re relocating back to the UK from overseas, or moving within the UK, our SharePoint hosts guidance and resources in our Relocating within or back to the UK section
Tuesday, 12 August 2025
Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment - Universal Credit Income and Expenses Agent, Leeds
Civil Service Jobs link: Universal Credit Income and Expenses Agent Executive Officer - Leeds (Ref: 741)
More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on the DWP EO Microsite.
SHAPE: BritLEAD personal development ideas sessions, Tuesday 26th and Wednesday 27th August 2025
If you are wanting to develop yourself personally or professionally whilst here at SHAPE, BritLEAD is a great way to do this.
Later this month Zak, the Community Development Officer, is holding two drop-in sessions to discuss ideas and siubjects that would be beneficial to the community.
No sign-up needed, just pop along.
Not available on these dates? No problem, just drop Zak and an email, address in the poster above.
42 Hidden Belgian Gems to cool off this week
As temperatures soar this week in Belgium, read on to find out more about some perfect escapes to cool off…
42 Hidden Gems Across Belgium offer everything you need:
🏊♀️ Swimming lakes & paddling pools
🎠 Playgrounds & mini-golf
🦆 Petting zoos & picnic spots
🚶♀️ Shady walking paths
🍦 AND unlimited ice cream!
🏊♀️ Swimming lakes & paddling pools
🎠 Playgrounds & mini-golf
🦆 Petting zoos & picnic spots
🚶♀️ Shady walking paths
🍦 AND unlimited ice cream!
Monday, 11 August 2025
The Ex Alpine Challenge 2026
This event is being held at Saalbach Hinterglemm in Austria over the span of 2 weeks.
- Week 1: 10-17 January 2026
- Week 2: 17-24 January 2026
Booking Portal is now available here: https://trips.truenorthtravel.ski/t/true-north-travel-limited/raf-alpine-challenge-2026-ac26
For more information contact: Robin.Mukasa100@mod.gov.uk
For more information contact: Robin.Mukasa100@mod.gov.uk
SHAPE Trips and Tours: Château de Bioul, Thursday 18th September 2025, departing 09:00
This excursion features history, nature and wine, what’s not to love? Explore the castle, wander the gardens and enjoy some wine-tasting from the family-owned vineyard.
Pre-Booking essential.
WHEN: Thursday 18th September 2025, 0900 - 1500
MORE INFORMATION: shapetripsandtours1@gmail.com
SHAPE Trips and Tours: Château de Fontainebleau, Saturday 27th September 2025, departing 07:00
If you love a Castle, you wont want to miss this trip. Château de Fontainebleau was one of the favourite homes of French Kings and Emperors gone by. Over the course of 8 centuries, its design and decor has been influenced by those who have taken up residence there. Free time to explore Samois-sur-Seine follows a guided tour top the palace and lunch.
Pre-booking Essential
WHEN: Saturday 27th September 2025, 07:00-00:30
MORE INFORMATION: Contact shapetripsandtours1@gmail.com
SHAPE: 1st International Military Boxing Competition, November 2025
If you are an amateur level, military or law enforcement boxer and want to get involved in the SHAPE 1st International Military Boxing Competition in November, please get in touch with the UK SNR in the first instance.
SHAPE Arts & Crafts Seeking Freelance Arts and Crafters
Are you an avid needleworker or sewing enthusiast? Would you like to share your talent and skills with others?
SHAPE Arts and Crafts Need You!
Pop in to see them to find out more, from Monday 26th August 2025, when they re-open.
SHAPE: Community NAAFI Fund Works Completed
Community NAAFI Fund Completed:
Thank you to everyone who was involved in our NAAFI Fund Community Project over the last year.
We now have lovely areas for our community - the BritBar, Community Hub & SHAPE House have all benefitted from this.
The Before and After photos will feature in both the Community Newsletter this week and the Official British Section FaceBook Page.
Please see the link that NAAFI have shared on their website about our project
DIO Service Family Accommodation (SFA) Communications Update - 11 August 2025
SFA Consumer Charter – greater freedoms for families
Service Personnel and families deserve homes that reflect your unique needs and lifestyles. Outdated, lengthy policies are unhelpful in fostering a sense of belonging where you can make a house feel like your home. This is particularly important given the transient nature of military life, which we know can be disruptive.
DIO is committed to transforming this experience. By modernising our policies, we’re empowering families with greater freedom to personalise and enhance your homes. Defence Secretary Rt Hon John Healey MP announced the latest improvements, which include an update to policies making it easier for you to own pets and run businesses from home. In the future, you will also have more freedom to personalise and decorate your homes, the details of which will be confirmed in due course.
Permission will only be required if the number or type of pets exceeds the permissible criteria outlined in the Pet Notification Form on the Pinnacle website.
For any queries related to these policy updates or for questions about your SFA, you can contact your local housing officer or call the Pinnacle National Service Centre 0800 031 8628.
Providing families with floor plans
As part of the SFA Consumer Charter, we are committed to providing improved, clearer information for families ahead of moves, including photographs and floor plans of all homes when a family applies for housing.
Currently we are aware that a number of SFA properties do not have an up-to-date floor plan. If you reside in one of these identified properties, you will be contacted by a letter from Pinnacle in the coming weeks to inform you about an appointment, for a surveyor to attend your property to carry out a floorplan survey. This should take no longer than one hour.
If your home is identified for a floor plan survey, we greatly appreciate your cooperation in providing access to your property for these surveys to take place, for the benefit of future Service families.
For any queries please contact your local housing officer or call the Pinnacle National Service Centre 0800 031 8628.
Personal CCTV reminder
Personal CCTV footage captured from your homes (including video doorbells) is for the use of protecting your property only, and not for publishing externally. Helpful guidance on how to use domestic CCTV responsibly and legally can be found on GOV.UK.
FAMCAS results show steady improvements
In July, the results of the 2025 Tri-Service Families Continuous Attitude Survey (FAMCAS) showed a steady increase of satisfaction with accommodation services, including:
Service Personnel and families deserve homes that reflect your unique needs and lifestyles. Outdated, lengthy policies are unhelpful in fostering a sense of belonging where you can make a house feel like your home. This is particularly important given the transient nature of military life, which we know can be disruptive.
DIO is committed to transforming this experience. By modernising our policies, we’re empowering families with greater freedom to personalise and enhance your homes. Defence Secretary Rt Hon John Healey MP announced the latest improvements, which include an update to policies making it easier for you to own pets and run businesses from home. In the future, you will also have more freedom to personalise and decorate your homes, the details of which will be confirmed in due course.
- SFA pet policy: We know that pets are a big part of family life. Previously, families with pets were required to seek written permission through the National Service Centre (NSC) before acquiring or bringing existing pets into SFA. Under the revised policy, effective from 9 August 2025, pet owners do not need approval. Instead, you simply need to notify the NSC that you have a pet via an e-form.
- Business from home policy: Following a review of this policy, applications to run a business from an SFA home were reinstated in May. We have now revised the approvals process, effective from 9 August 2025, giving DIO single authority to make decisions on applications, as opposed to individual units. This will ensure approvals are consistent throughout the UK.
Providing families with floor plans
As part of the SFA Consumer Charter, we are committed to providing improved, clearer information for families ahead of moves, including photographs and floor plans of all homes when a family applies for housing.
Currently we are aware that a number of SFA properties do not have an up-to-date floor plan. If you reside in one of these identified properties, you will be contacted by a letter from Pinnacle in the coming weeks to inform you about an appointment, for a surveyor to attend your property to carry out a floorplan survey. This should take no longer than one hour.
If your home is identified for a floor plan survey, we greatly appreciate your cooperation in providing access to your property for these surveys to take place, for the benefit of future Service families.
For any queries please contact your local housing officer or call the Pinnacle National Service Centre 0800 031 8628.
Personal CCTV reminder
Personal CCTV footage captured from your homes (including video doorbells) is for the use of protecting your property only, and not for publishing externally. Helpful guidance on how to use domestic CCTV responsibly and legally can be found on GOV.UK.
FAMCAS results show steady improvements
In July, the results of the 2025 Tri-Service Families Continuous Attitude Survey (FAMCAS) showed a steady increase of satisfaction with accommodation services, including:
- 51% satisfied with the overall standard of SFA/SSFA, (an increase from 47% in 2024).
- 36% satisfied with the response rate for repairs, (an increase of 10% since last year).
- 33% satisfied with the quality of repairs, an increase from 26% in 2024.
This is an encouraging sign that Service families are starting to experience the improvements that DIO and its suppliers are making, and we will continue to work to improve the SFA experience for you.
UK SFA investment plans 2025/26
Following the Strategic Defence Review which announced more than £1.5 billion of additional funding to improve accommodation for Personnel and families, we are now able to share our investment plans for UK SFA in 2025/26. Read more here about the investment that is planned above maintenance funding.
UK SFA investment plans 2025/26
Following the Strategic Defence Review which announced more than £1.5 billion of additional funding to improve accommodation for Personnel and families, we are now able to share our investment plans for UK SFA in 2025/26. Read more here about the investment that is planned above maintenance funding.
7th September 2025: National Emergency Alert test and guidance for victims of domestic abuse
There will be a test of the national emergency alert system on 07 September. This will come through to all mobile phones across the country. SafeLives have issued the following guidance for those who are victims of domestic abuse:
Whilst these alerts aim to protect the public in emergencies, they could put victim-survivors of domestic abuse at risk — especially those who rely on hidden phones as part of their safety plan.
Please know, you CAN opt out of this test.
If you need to disable alerts for safety reasons, follow the steps here: Opting out of emergency alerts - GOV.UK
📢 A UK-wide emergency alert test will take place on Sunday 7th September 2025 at 3pm. Mobile phones will emit a loud siren and vibrate — even if they’re on silent.
Whilst these alerts aim to protect the public in emergencies, they could put victim-survivors of domestic abuse at risk — especially those who rely on hidden phones as part of their safety plan.
Please know, you CAN opt out of this test.
If you need to disable alerts for safety reasons, follow the steps here: Opting out of emergency alerts - GOV.UK
Tanks in Town, Mons Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st August 2025
Come and see the grand assembly of Second World War military vehicles, commemorating the liberation of the city of Mons. With spectacular parades, exhibitions and historical events.
This will be a weekend to remember for all the family.
WHEN: Saturday 30th and Sunday 31st August 2025
WHERE: Grand Large and Mons City Centre
HOW MUCH: FREE
WHERE: Grand Large and Mons City Centre
HOW MUCH: FREE
SHAPE & BRUSSELS: REMINDER Time for You Online Session, this Wednesday 11:30-12:30
No need to sign-up just join the MS Teams Meeting, QR Code above, for the Time for You, Parenting and Emotional Support Session this Wednesday between 11:30 and 12:30.
Friday, 8 August 2025
The Night of the Stars ‘La Nuit des Étoiles’ at the Euro Space Center, Thursday 14 August 2025, 16:30
Star-gazing enthusiast? Have Budding Astronomer in your midst?
WHEN: Thursday 14th August 2025, 16.30
WHERE: Rue devant les Hetres 1, Transinne (Luxembourg province)
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.eurospacecenter.be/en/agenda/consult/18
The HIVE Christmas Markets Guide 2025
HIVE now has a Christmas Markets Guide!
This is a one-stop-shop for all the festive markets information, and includes details about Christmas traditions in Belgium, the Netherlands, Germany and France.
All the Christmas Markets are listed by country, along with their start dates, opening times, a short paragraph about each market and a link to book activities and find out more information. As the year progresses and more information is released, I will update the Guide.
Read the HIVE Christmas Markets Guide for 2025 here.
If there are any missing that you think deserve to be included, please do let me know on RC-Pers-HIVE-SHAPE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
New BFBS Royal Air Force Documentary: Top Flight Fitness - Available to Watch Now
BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) spent six months at RAF Cosford following trainee Physical Training Instructors (PTIs) on one of the Royal Air Force’s toughest and most demanding courses, in a brand-new programme, Top Flight Fitness.
BFBS Forces News had special access to this intense and demanding training journey, capturing the brutal workouts, military theory lessons, real-world teaching sessions, and relentless physical and mental assessments that push even the fittest to their limits.
From raw recruits straight off civvy street to experienced service personnel, the series reveals what it really takes to become a PTI, and it’s not just about six-packs and speed.
BFBS Forces News reporter Kirstie Chambers joins the course every step of the way, sharing insight into the teamwork, psychology, resilience and sheer determination it takes to earn the coveted PTI badge, she said: “They didn’t just train bodies, they built minds. The women matched the men, the competition drove camaraderie, and the real test? Just keeping up the pace.”
BFBS Forces News had special access to this intense and demanding training journey, capturing the brutal workouts, military theory lessons, real-world teaching sessions, and relentless physical and mental assessments that push even the fittest to their limits.
From raw recruits straight off civvy street to experienced service personnel, the series reveals what it really takes to become a PTI, and it’s not just about six-packs and speed.
BFBS Forces News reporter Kirstie Chambers joins the course every step of the way, sharing insight into the teamwork, psychology, resilience and sheer determination it takes to earn the coveted PTI badge, she said: “They didn’t just train bodies, they built minds. The women matched the men, the competition drove camaraderie, and the real test? Just keeping up the pace.”
Expect sweat, setbacks and serious inspiration in this must-see look inside the RAF’s most physically demanding training ground.
*** Top Flight Fitness: What it takes to keep the RAF fighting fit, is available to watch now on BFBS Forces News YouTube: https://brnw.ch/21wUzsH ***
High-res images: https://we.tl/t-yw8KF75lSC
Evolve House event on 28th September 2025 for frontline women, in partnership with Motorfinity and She’s Electric
Evolve House in partnership with Motorfinity and She’s Electric - An opportunity for frontline women….
Motorfinity in partnership with She’s Electric are hosting an inspiring day at Stubton Hall in Nottinghamshire / Lincolnshire border on Sunday 28th September – created especially for you, the incredible women who keep everything moving.
Whether you’re part of the UK’s Armed Forces, a Veteran, or work in the Emergency Services, Police, Fire and Rescue, Ambulance services, Prison Services, Education, Social Care or the NHS – this event is a way to say thank you, and to give something back to the women who do so much for others.
Expect powerful conversations, expert wellbeing insight, a fun electric drive experience and a chance to recharge.
If this sounds like you, or someone in your circle, we’d encourage you to register – places are complimentary but limited.
Link to register:
https://www.sheselectric.co.uk/motorfinity-evolve-house?utm_source=toolkit&utm_medium=comms&utm_campaign=EvolveHouse
Give Us Time: new donor in the NE of England
Give Us Time have a new donor in the North East of England – please see the poster for more details and for how to book.
SHAPE: FC Casteau are seeking new players and an Under 11s Coach
Wanted Football players & U11’s Coach:
FC Casteau are in search of new Football players for the upcoming season and are also looking for an U11’s coach.
If interested please contact Christophe C.Brison@fccasteau.be
If interested please contact Christophe C.Brison@fccasteau.be
Thursday, 7 August 2025
Department of Work and Pensions: WP Work Coach Vacancies
The following Executive Officer work coach vacancies are now open:
Civil Service Jobs link:
Decision Making Directorate - Decision Maker - Bangor, Ty Taf (Ref: 740)
open from 07/08/2025 to 21/08/2025
More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on our EO Microsite
Civil Service Jobs link:
Decision Making Directorate - Decision Maker - Bangor, Ty Taf (Ref: 740)
open from 07/08/2025 to 21/08/2025
More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on our EO Microsite
Underground Treasure Hunt, Coudenberg Palace, Brussels, until 31st August 2025
Do you have a little explorer? Why not visit Coudenberg Palace this Summer, and take them on an Underground Treasure Hunt?
There are other activities available at the Palace this month too!
WHEN: until Sunday 31st August 2025
WHERE: Coudenberg Palace, Place des Palais 7, 1000 Brussels
MORE INFORMATION: https://coudenberg.brussels/en/to-do/activities
Amazing Asia comes to Brussels, 15th to 17th August 2025
Amazing Asia is coming to Brussels. Come and enjoy the magical atmosphere of the Far East here in Belgium at this 3 day Festival.
All the fun of this huge and diverse continent without the Jet Lag!WHEN: Friday 15th to Sunday 17th August 2025
WHERE: Tour & Taxis, Havenlaan 86C, 1000 Brussels
MORE INFORMATION & TICKETS: Homepage | Amazing Asia
Brussels Dance Festival, Thursday 14 to Sunday 24 August 2025
Calling all Dance Music fans! Don’t miss 10 days of beats, bass and movement with the Brussels Dance Festival.
WHEN: Thursday 14th to Sunday 24th August 2025
WHERE: In the Heart of the City
MORE INFORMATION: https://www.brusselsdancefestival.be/en
Kraftwerk open-air concert at the Royal Palace Brussels, Thursday 14 August 2025
Are you are Kraftwerk Fan? Like an open-air concert?
Don’t miss Kraftwerk’s brand-new, one-off open-air concert at the Royal Palace in Brussels on Thursday 14th August 2025. It promises to be a true masterpiece with electronic music, computer animations and performance artwork.
Find out more and order your tickets, here.
Brussels Planetarium Movie Schedule
Did you know that Brussels had a Planetarium? What’s more, they show several 360 degree films at different times, suitable for all ages!
To find out the Movie Schedules, see: https://planetarium.be/en/movie-schedule
The International Bathtub Regatta at Dinant, Friday 15 August 2025
This is one event of the year, not to be missed; the International Bathtub Regatta at Dinant. An annual folk race in which participants must travel 1km along the Meuse, powered only by their arms, on a DIY boat. This years theme is; Superheroes!
The International Bathtub Regatta has been running since 1982 and looks to be a fantastic event to watch.
WHEN: Friday 15 August 2025
WHERE: La Meuse, 5500 Dinant
MORE INFORMATION: Email lesbaignoires@gmail.com or Telephone +32 0479 27 9125
Wednesday, 6 August 2025
Considering an Overseas Posting? The Overseas Allowances Reckoner is now available!
Considering a(nother) Overseas Posting?
A new Overseas Allowances Reckoner (OAR) tool is now available to help Service personnel quickly and easily estimate their overseas allowances when preparing for a posting.
Key Features:
- Provides real-time, personalised estimates for allowances such as Local Overseas Allowance (LOA), Disturbance Expenses, and Get You Home (Overseas) Allowance.
- Fully integrated with JSP 752 policy rates to ensure accuracy.
- Accessible via Defnet and Defence Connect.
How It Works:
Simply input your personal and posting details (e.g., location, family status, accommodation type) to receive an immediate breakdown of your allowances.
Benefits:
- Accurate and transparent financial estimates.
- Saves time by avoiding complex policy navigation.
- Enables informed decision-making and scenario comparisons.
- Easy to share with family in a clear, simplified format.
- Continuously updated to reflect the latest policy changes.
For more information, visit DefNet or Defence Connect and search for:
Le Roeulx Air Festival ‘Des Ballons et Des Ailes’, Sunday 17 August 2025
The town of Le Roeulx presents this brilliant air festival complete with lots of activities for all ages.
A program of spectacular aerial activities awaits in Le Roeulx, near La Louvière:
- Hot air balloon flights
- Kites
- Airplane shows
- Drones
WHEN: Sunday 17 August 2025
WHERE: Faubourg de Binche 1,7070 Le Rœulx
Procession of the Giants, Ath Friday 22 to Monday 25 August 2025
Ath may be a small town, but it has a BIG claim to fame: it’s Procession of the Giants.
This comprises a series of parades on the fourth weekend of August, starring the seven giants with biblical and folkloric connotations, including the best known of them all, ‘Gouyasse’ (Goliath). This infamous colossus has his giant-sized trousers ceremonially burnt on the Friday night of the festival, gets married on the Saturday and then finally fights his tiny nemesis David on the Sunday.
After the battle, it’s time for live music and the tasting of the traditional "mastelles" - a macaroon and almond tart (also known as “Gouyasse" after the big man himself), before the weekend culminates in a hot air balloon festival.
After the battle, it’s time for live music and the tasting of the traditional "mastelles" - a macaroon and almond tart (also known as “Gouyasse" after the big man himself), before the weekend culminates in a hot air balloon festival.
The festival in Ath, long known as “The City of Giants”, dates back as far as the 15th century, but if you miss the big weekend you can learn more year-round at the Maison des Géants, a grand old mansion dedicated to the tall tales which have infused this old town for generations.
WHEN: Friday 22 August to Monday 25 August 2025
WHEN: Friday 22 August to Monday 25 August 2025
WHERE: 7800 Ath
MORE INFORMATION: Visit online
CONTACT: office.de.tourisme@ath.be or +32 68 26 51 70
Foire du Midi, 19 July until 24 August 2025
The gigantic Foire du Midi is still in residence along the Boulevard du Midi for 2025. This year, the program features 130 attractions for young and old, both traditional and contemporary.This edition resonates with a special brilliance: Belgian and French fairground culture has just been inscribed on the UNESCO Intangible Heritage List. Behind each attraction lies ancestral know-how passed down from generation to generation. Each fairground worker thus becomes the guardian of a living heritage, and each visitor witnesses a thousand-year-old culture that continues to inspire young and old alike.
Opening Hours: Saturday 19 July to Sunday 24 August
Every day from 1 p.m. to midnight (from 11 a.m. for food stalls)
Weekends and days before public holidays from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.
For More Information Click HERE
Opening Hours: Saturday 19 July to Sunday 24 August
Every day from 1 p.m. to midnight (from 11 a.m. for food stalls)
Weekends and days before public holidays from 1 p.m. to 1 a.m.
For More Information Click HERE
Reading Force’s memoir competition for adults, children and young people - closes end of August
Less than a month left to enter Reading Force’s 2025 writing competition for adults, children & young people.
Belgium Location Guides; SHAPE Mons and Brussels
Welcome to SHAPE and Brussels HIVE!
Our mission is to provide you with the most up-to-date information. This new and improved Location Guide, replacing the HIVE Arrival Guide, is a collection of such information.
If further information is required, please do contact me at SHAPE and Brussels HIVE on: RC-Pers-HIVE-SHAPE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk
Tuesday, 5 August 2025
Mission Motorsport August Newsletter is now out
August is here, and it’s been a fantastic summer season so far. Mission Motorsport has been running powerful and inspiring recovery sport experiences — and the best part? There's still a lot more on the horizon.
This edition of our newsletter brings you the latest stories, a look ahead at what’s coming up, and plenty of ways for you to join in. Here's a taste of what’s included:
- Mission Motorsport Racemakers Shine at Silverstone
- Mission: Possible - Mission Motorsport Featured in IMI’s MotorPro Magazine
- Upcoming events - Beneficiary tickets available, and the Forces Family Track Day in Croft
- Fundraising Force - great efforts continuing to raise money for Mission Motorsport
You can read the newsletter by clicking the attachment or visiting our website here.
SHAPE: Britbar is showing the FA Community Shield, Sunday 10th August
WHEN: Sunday 10th August, 15:30 for a 16:00 kick-off.
WHERE: The Brit Bar
SHAPE International Military Police Bicycle Rodeo, Wednesday 13th August 2025
Calling all kids aged 12 and under!
Don’t miss the Bicycle Rodeo in the SHAPE Tent on Wednesday 13th August 2025.
Pop along and test your skill on the agility course or practice your knowledge of road signs in prep for the real roads, all in a safe environment.
No need to sign-up, just turn up.
Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest HMRC Vacancy in London - available exclusively to Service Leavers, Veterans and Military Spouses/Partners
The following vacancy is now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:
GFIE-443 HMRC STRAP Security Officer- Stratford Regional Centre - London
Closing Date: 1st September 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)
GFIE-443 HMRC STRAP Security Officer- Stratford Regional Centre - London
Closing Date: 1st September 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)
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