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Tuesday, 10 February 2026

Forces Employment Charity: Op ASCEND Pathways into Manufacturing and Logistics event - 7 May 2026


 
The next Op ASCEND event for 2026 will be Pathways into Manufacturing and Logistics. Join on 7 May 2026, in Northamptonshire, for a day of panel sessions designed to inspire and engage, as well as connect you with the right people to help you along your next career path into Manufacturing and Logistics.

Register your interest today, to be kept up-to-date as event details are released over the coming weeks at this link: Coming soon. Register your interest for this flagship national event on 7th May.

To find out more about Op ASCEND please go to: Op ASCEND | Forces Employment Charity

Other upcoming Forces Employment Charity events can be found at: Events and networking | Forces Employment Charity

Gov.uk News: Public advised to stop using some non-sterile alcohol-free wipes



The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) are reminding the public not to use 4 specified non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products under any circumstances due to an ongoing risk of infection associated with their use.

Additionally, UKHSA and MHRA would like to remind people that non-sterile alcohol-free wipes, of any type or brand, should not be used for first aid, applied on broken or damaged skin and should never be used for cleaning intravenous lines.

There have been 59 confirmed cases of Burkholderia stabilis associated with some non-sterile alcohol-free wipe products - identified in an outbreak in the United Kingdom from January 2018 to 3 February 2026. A small number of cases continue to be detected.

To read this news article in full, please visit: Public advised to stop using some non-sterile alcohol-free wipes - GOV.UK

Give Us Time Welfare Update – Breaks in Scotland and France





For further information please visit: www.giveustime.org.uk

Serve & Protect Credit Union: February webinars and free resources




Valentine's Day is almost here, but don't forget to show your finances some love too! 💖

The MOD’s partnership with Serve and Protect Credit Union gives you access to a range of useful financial tools. You could:

ðŸŠī Start saving automatically from your wages

🎓 Register for a free webinar to boost your money skills

ðŸ’ļ Start tracking your spending with their handy budget planner

Learn More 👉 https://sandpcu.co.uk/hs-home

February Webinars:

🐖 Saving Made Simple: Practical Tips to Boost your Savings

Dates: Wednesday 18th February

Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

What to Expect: Explore 10 practical savings methods to build a healthy savings cushion.

🔗 Register Here

✍️ Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money

Dates: Thursday 19th February

Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

What to Expect: How to create a budget that meets your goals, with tips to cut spending.

🔗 Register Here

The Road to Financial Resilience: Preparing for the Unexpected

Date: Monday 23rd February

Time: 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM

What to Expect: Explore why financial resilience matters and simple, practical tips to improve it.

🔗 Register Here

🚀 Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score

Dates: Tuesday 24th February

Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

What to Expect: Understand the importance of looking after your credit score, with tips to improve it.

🔗 Register Here

ðŸ’Ą Before You Borrow: Key Things to Know

Date: Thursday 26th February

Time: 12:00 PM – 12:45 PM

What to Expect: Understand the key factors lenders may evaluate, with tips to consider before applying.

🔗 Register Here

Single Service Personnel in SFA or SSFA: You may be entitled to a 25% CILOCT discount


For further information on CILOCT please visit: https://www.pinnacleservicefamilies.co.uk/sfa-charges/

Akrotiri Primary School - Carnival/road closure

 


Akrotiri children's activities over half term

 


Cyprus Carnival Information

 


Monday, 9 February 2026

Episkopi: JSGG Golf Club


Tee Off at Episkopi Golf Course

Where great golf, great company, and great value come together.

Looking for your new favorite fairway? Episkopi Golf Course welcomes players of all levels — members, visitors, and groups alike.

Why Episkopi?

Episkopi: Pony Rides