Friday 29 January 2021
Hong Kong BN(O) visa: UK government to honour historic commitment
The UK government will deliver on its commitment to open a new visa for Hong Kong BN(O) status holders on Sunday 31 January.
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Action Fraud: Clone Firms
New warning from Action Fraud, the City of London Police and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).
Action Fraud and the City of London Police are working with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to issue a warning to the public, amid reports of ‘clone firm’ investment scams.
Attack of the clone firms: Over £78 million stolen in 'clone firm' investment scams with victims losing more than £45,000 each, on average. For more information and advice CLICK HERE
Thursday 28 January 2021
COVID Bounceback Fund for the Armed Forces community!
Groups and organisations from the armed forces community are invited to submit bids to receive a grant from this special purpose fund. Specifically, the trustees wish to award grants to groups or organisations which create the opportunity to improve mental and physical wellbeing in armed forces personnel, including WIS veterans, through sport, challenge or adventure during 2021 or 2022.
WHAT EVENTS WILL QUALIFY FOR FUNDING?
Bids should be submitted for one-off events where the physical activity serves a wider, greater purpose. The activity should be challenging or adventurous and provide a highly rewarding developmental and transformative experience for those involved. For WIS veterans, the activity should help to rebuild lives by providing the inspirational goals that help them move beyond their disability, regain confidence and recapture their zest for life.
This is a rolling process and bids can be submitted to enquiries@teamarmy.org at any time throughout 2021.
Plan for Jobs: skills, employment and support programmes for jobseekers
This LINK brings together guidance for jobs seekers so they can develop their skills, get advice on job applications, and search for opportunities. This is part of the UK Government’s Plan for Jobs to support, protect and create jobs across the UK.
New legislation to help ensure fair treatment for armed forces
The Armed Forces Bill will help ensure our Armed Forces personnel, their families and veterans are treated fairly, both by bringing the Armed Forces Covenant into law and improving the Service Justice System
Tuesday 26 January 2021
Little Trooper Certificates
Give your Little Trooper a little boost this week by downloading one of Little Troopers free certificates. Choose from "You are such a Little Trooper", "We are really proud of you", "You've been so strong" or our bravery certificate
Monday 25 January 2021
NHS mental health self-help leaflets
The NHS has published a number of self help guides covering a range of areas, please click here to view the publications
Think Brain Health
Your brain is the most complex thing in the universe. Billions of cells working together to control your emotions, memories, movement and speech. It’s what makes you ... you. But many of us take our brains for granted.
Just as we can protect other areas of our health, we can take steps to keep our brains healthy and reduce our risk of developing dementia later in life.
Think Brain Health is an ongoing celebration of everything our incredible brains do for us and a guide to the simple things we can do to protect them in return.
How well do you know your brain?
Test your knowledge and learn more about looking after your incredible brain. Take quiz here
Recruit for Spouses PODCAST
A brand new podcast hosted by Chris Keen and Heledd Kendrick. Every fortnight we'll be highlighting the amazing work that Recruit For Spouses do. We'll find out how they help military spouses to find employment and we'll talk to some of those incredible spouses along the way.
Friday 22 January 2021
Cervical Screening
Around one in three of those invited have failed to attend a cervical screening appointment in the past year due to COVID fears. Cervical screening is key for early diagnosis of cervical cancer. Measures are in place to ensure it is done safely.
More info here
Violence against women and girls (VAWG) - Government call for evidence
This call for evidence is seeking to collect views from those with lived experience of, or views on, crimes considered as violence against women and girls. It will run for a period of 10 weeks and is open to all genders.
This consultation closes at 11:45pm on 19 February 2021
NHS : Workout Courses
We've teamed up with fitness experts to bring you some exciting new workout courses.
Keep an eye on our YouTube channel for new workouts every Wednesday and Saturday
Thursday 21 January 2021
Wednesday 20 January 2021
Army Officer Insight Events
The Army Officer Recruiting Team run the Army Officer Insight Day and online presentations/ Q&A from the Royal Military Academy Sandhurst (RMAS), giving you the opportunity to find out more about officer training and life beyond Sandhurst.
Find out more here
Kindness Matters Guide
There are various health benefits associated with being kind, including reducing feelings of isolation. Read our kindness matters guide today to learn more about being kind to others, and ourselves.
BBC Bitesize-Parents' Toolkit
For more information and suggestions for parents and carers to manage their own wellbeing, click on the following link: www.bbc.co.uk/bitesize/articles
Tuesday 19 January 2021
DIO - Respect the Range Campaign
If you're planning to take your daily exercise in your local military training area, remember that the army train all-year round. Please stick to public access routes, stay safe and check live firing times.
Friday 15 January 2021
UK Specific: DIO Communication Update - SFA Occupants
Annington Homes Ltd External Estate Valuations
The MOD leases the majority of its housing stock from Annington Homes Ltd (AHL). Most years, AHL survey the housing stock for accounting reasons and this year they have appointed CBRE to undertake these surveys on their behalf.
CBRE plans to start its valuations from 18 January 2021 and, as a result, SFA occupants may see surveyors on the estates
This year only external ‘drive-by’ valuations will take place and surveyors will not require access to any property, internally or externally. They may take photographs but have strict protocols in place to ensure no personal information is recorded, including vehicle registration details. All CBRE surveyors will have the necessary forms of identification.
DIO is reassuring occupants that the valuations are solely for accounting purposes and are not related to accommodation charges -which are determined independently by the Armed Forces Pay Review Body - or to SFA being identified for potential hand back to AHL. Heads of Establishment and Chain of Command have been made aware of these surveys.
Check a passport for travel to Europe
Passport validity rules for travel to Europe have changed, you may need to renew earlier than planned.
Use this service to check if you need to renew your passport before travelling to Europe.
UK Specific: National Minimum Wage To Increase
The National Living Wage will increase to £8.91,the equivalent of £345 extra per year for someone working full-time.
Read more here
Family Lives - Supporting Families
Need to talk to someone about family life?
People contact Family Lives about stages of a child's development, issues with schools, and parenting/relationship support. Family Lives also respond when life becomes more complicated and provide support around family breakdown, aggression in the home, bullying, teenage risky behaviour and mental health concerns of both parents and their children.
You can talk to Family Lives over the phone, via email or online from your phone, tablet or laptop. This service is free and confidential.
Wednesday 13 January 2021
Barratt Development - Armed Forces Transition Programme
Our transition programme starts in March & September and will provide all the training and support you need to work towards becoming a qualified Assistant Site Manager in approximately 12 months.
From day one, you’ll work on-site and through your programme to gain all the technical skills and industry knowledge you need to help run a site. You’ll learn your trade on-site, working through a range of development modules that cover everything from foundations to customer demonstrations. This will be complemented by group and online learning where you’ll understand best practice and master the regulation and construction knowledge you’ll need to build a long-lasting successful career in the industry.
Further details can be found HERE
Struggling to Cope? Text SHOUT 8528
Shout 85258 is a free, confidential, 24/7 text messaging support service for anyone who is struggling to cope. We launched publicly in May 2019 and we’ve had more than 500,000 conversations with people who are anxious, stressed, depressed, suicidal or overwhelmed and who need immediate support. As a digital service, Shout 85258 has become increasingly critical since Covid-19, being one of the few mental health support services able to operate as normal at this time.
NHS Couch to 5K
A week-by-week description of the 9-week set of Couch to 5K podcasts. Each week involves 3 runs.
Find out more here
Living in our shoes: understanding the needs of UK Armed Forces families
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.
Tuesday 12 January 2021
GHIC Card - Healthcare for UK nationals visiting the EU
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) is being phased out following the Brexit deal in favour of a new, free Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC).
This information is about visiting the EU, Norway, Iceland, Liechtenstein and Switzerland. There’s different guidance for healthcare if you’re:
* going to live, study or work in the EU
When you travel to an EU country you should have either:
When you travel to an EU country you should have either:
a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC)
a UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC)
travel insurance with healthcare cover
An EHIC or GHIC is not a replacement for travel insurance. Make sure you have both before you travel.
Each healthcare system is different, and in some countries you’ll need to pay to have treatment. www.gov.uk
Apply for a GHIC If you apply for a card now, you’ll get the new UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) instead of a European Health Insurance Card (EHIC).
They are both valid if you’re travelling to an EU country.
If your EHIC is still in date, you do not need to apply for a new GHIC.
Apply for a GHIC for free on the NHS website.
Friday 8 January 2021
Become a Foster Carer in BFC
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Call (00357) 2596 3609 or email fosteringcyprus@forcessocialwork.com
Wednesday 6 January 2021
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