Friday, 17 July 2026
Home‑Start WSBA Summer Programme 2026!
The programme is funded by Army Central Fund (ACF) and Home-Start WSBA, ensuring all activities are completely free for families.
Full details of timings, locations and how to book are on our summer programme Padlet. Please use the QR code or the direct link below.
Please note: All children must be accompanied by a responsible adult at all times during every activity.Wishing you a summer of fun and bonding with your families, the Home-Start WSBA team.
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Service Police complaints: New website now live
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Service Police complaints:
New website now live
The Service Police Complaints Commissioner (SPCC) has launched a new website – giving everyone in the Defence community a central place to find information about Service Police complaints and how to get help if things go wrong.
Acting SPCC, Jonathan Rees KC said:
“Service Police are committed to serving our Armed Forces community with integrity, fairness and accountability – and the SPCC provides independent oversight of complaints and conduct matters that relates to their work.
"Our new website makes it easier for people to understand who we are, how to access our services, and how we work independently. We are here to support those who are unhappy with how they were treated, to investigate where conduct and behaviour may have fallen short of the high standards that should be upheld, and to recognise where Service Police are working effectively – so that good practice and learning can be shared to support improvements.
"If you have had a poor experience with the Service Police, the website provides a clear route for raising your concerns and we are committed to providing fair, independent and timely decisions."
Independent watchdog for Service policing
The SPCC is an independent body, operating entirely separately from the Service Police, Defence and Government. It performs a similar function to the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) – the organisation responsible for overseeing complaints about civilian police in England and Wales – but with responsibility for the Service Police.
It is important to know and understand that the SPCC has a specific role. Unlike the Armed Forces Commissioner, the SPCC only deals with complaints about Service policing.
A resource for all
The website is for everyone in the Defence community – Regular and Reserve personnel, Service family members, civil servants, and anyone subject to Service law or Service discipline.
It is also useful for specialists who work in the Service police complaints space – such as police officers, Professional Standards Department staff and legal colleagues.
Commanding officers, policy leads and welfare leads will find it helpful too, explaining the role they can play in pointing people towards the right support.
Thursday, 16 July 2026
Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): 8 DWP Administrative Officer positions in Bristol, Camberley, Gloucester, Maidenhead, Staines, and Swindon – closing date 21 Jul
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The following vacancies are now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme (8 vacancies in total):
GFIE-494 – DWP Administrative Officer positions in Bristol, Camberley, Gloucester, Maidenhead, Staines, and Swindon
Job description: [GFIE- 494- Administrative Officer]
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)
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 91 Executive Officer roles across Wales and The Marches – closing date 29 Jul
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Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 91 Executive Officer (EO) Work Coach vacancies across Wales and The Marches. These may be of interest to Service leavers, veterans and Service community members looking at Civil Service roles.
Civil Service Jobs links with further information on the roles available, and application details:
Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach – Wales and the Marches (Ref: 769)
Crime, conspiracy and gripping drama — don’t miss a moment on BFBS TV — 18-24/07/2026 - Week 29
Movies This Week
From unforgettable romances to laugh-out-loud comedy and monster-sized action, the Summer of Love: Spend Extra-Time Together season comes to a heartwarming close with two beloved favourites.
My Best Friend's Wedding follows a woman determined to win back the man she loves before he marries someone else.
While Vicky Cristina Barcelona explores love, passion and unexpected relationships during a life-changing summer in Spain.
Outside the Summer of Love season, Spaceballs delivers a hilarious sci-fi spoof packed with unforgettable gags.
Dream Horse tells the uplifting true story of an unlikely racehorse and the community that backs it.
What Men Want adds a fresh twist to romantic comedy.
Meanwhile, Godzilla: King of the Monsters and Godzilla vs. Kong unleash epic battles between legendary Titans.
Finally, Child's Play brings chilling horror as a seemingly innocent doll reveals a deadly side.
In short: romance, laughter, inspiration, blockbuster action and spine-tingling scares come together in a week of unforgettable entertainment.
Must-Watch TV Heading Your Way
The Real Housewives Of Salt Lake City
Starts Sunday on BFBS Extra
The women of Salt Lake City are back. Jen attempts to reunite the ladies at Coach Shah's 51st birthday party.
The Undeclared War
Starts Tuesday on Channel 4
While GCHQ's Head of Operations deals with the aftermath of a Russian malware attack, a new threat emerges.
The Devil In The Family: The Fall Of Ruby Franke
Starts Thursday on BBC Two
Behind a picture-perfect YouTube family, a far darker reality was unfolding.
The Crow Girl
Starts Monday on Channel 5
DCI Jeanette Kilburn teams up with renowned psychotherapist Dr. Sophia Craven to hunt the killer of young men, uncovering a dark trail of historic abuse and murder. .
Granite Harbour
Starts Friday on BBC One
A missing persons case turns into a double murder and tensions between the Traveller and Aberdonian communities threaten to boil over.
Bergerac
Starts on Friday on BBC Two
Bergerac is a troubled detective in the Channel Islands and must find some focus when a member of one of Jersey's wealthiest families is killed.
What's On-Demand
Catch these before they go!
Clive Myrie's African Adventure
From surfing beaches to vibrant souks, Clive journeys across a rarely seen Africa, discovering rich cultures while tracing his own family roots.
From surfing beaches to vibrant souks, Clive journeys across a rarely seen Africa, discovering rich cultures while tracing his own family roots.
Breeders
Paul and Ally thought the sleepless nights were behind them, but parenting never gets any easier as they navigate the chaos of family life.
World Cup Third Place Play-Off and The World Cup Final
Saturday & Sunday - BFBS Sport
Saturday & Sunday - BFBS Sport
Commonwealth Games Opening Ceremony
Thursday - BFBS Extra 2/BFBS Sport 2
Catch all the action on BFBS Sport from Friday
The Open - Final Day
Sunday - BFBS Sport
Sunday - BFBS Sport
World Matchplay Darts
Starts Saturday on BFBS Extra 2/BFBS Sport 4
Check your TV Guide for other matches
Starts Saturday on BFBS Extra 2/BFBS Sport 4
Check your TV Guide for other matches
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