Every Thursday. All welcome.
Friday, 30 January 2026
Cyprus Veterans Information Portal - Cyprus VIP
Thursday, 29 January 2026
Civilian Housing Options Briefings – 2026 Dates
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/information-and-guidance-on-civilian-housing
For more information on MoD Veterans Services support for Service Leavers and their families please visit: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/help-and-support-for-service-leavers-and-their-families
Free Financial Advice
When the stakes are real, there’s no room for mistakes - Frontline television — only on BFBS TV - 31/01/2026-06/02/2026
Your weekly guide to the must-see TV across all the channels provided by BFBS. Full listings can be found on our website
Heated Rivalry
Starts Monday on BFBS Extra
Shane Hollander and Ilya Rozanov are two stars in Major League Hockey, bound by ambition, rivalry, and a magnetic pull neither of them fully understands.
Silent Witness
Starts Monday on BBC One
The team has relocated to Birmingham, and Nikki and Jack hunt a hitman who may be responsible for a crime that gripped the nation.
Platoon 24/7: Preparing For War
Starts Monday on Channel 5
Follow 13 Platoon from the Army Rifles Infantry Regiment, as they learn to live and work together ahead of their deployment to Eastern Europe.
Front Line: Our Soldiers Facing Putin
Starts Friday on Channel 4
As the West faces its greatest test since the Cold War, cameras go behind the scenes at Nato, where Europe's fate is being decided.
Trying
Starts Tuesday on BBC One
As the comedy returns, Nikki and Jason realise they have different expectations about the gender of their child.
Movies This Week
BFBS Extra offers a week of action.
In '71 a young and disoriented British soldier is accidentally abandoned by his unit following a riot on the deadly streets of Belfast.
Venomous spiders get exposed to a noxious chemical that causes them to grow to monumental proportions in Eight Legged Freaks and Red Riding Hood learns that she has a connection to the werewolf tormenting her village.
The violence continues in Natural Born Killers where two victims with traumatized childhoods, become lovers and psychopathic serial murderers irresponsibly glorified by the mass media.
Then scare yourself silly in a holiday cottage in Ireland in
You Should Have Left.
Must Watch TV Heading Your Way
What's On-Demand
Catch these before they go!
Britannia - Seasons 1-3
In 43 AD, the Roman Army returns to crush the Celtic heart of Britannia, conquer it's warrior women and mystical druids.
Trying - Season 1
Jason and Nikki want is a baby, but it's the one thing they just can't have. Will an adoption panel grant their deepest wish?
Australian Open
Women's Final - Saturday - Men's Final - Sunday on TNT Sports
Six Nations with France v Ireland
Thursday on ITV1
Arsenal v Chelsea in the Carabao Cup
Tuesday on ITV 1
BFBS TV is a bespoke service which offers you the best of UK TV, and more, all in one place.
From the latest movie premieres to premium live sport, major dramas to your favourite soaps and more, we have all the entertainment you will need.
Wherever you are around the world, we'll do our best to get you a great selection of entertainment, accessible in a way that suits you.
Final week to share views on Service life – AFCAS 2026
Final week to share views on Service life – AFCAS 2026
The Armed Forces Continuous Attitude Survey (AFCAS) closes this week – on Monday 2 February 2026, 11.59 pm.
This survey is an opportunity for Service personnel to reflect on, and voice, which parts of Service life they are satisfied with, and what they feel could be improved.
Your feedback helps to inform Defence’s policies and initiatives to improve Service life. Whether it’s with accommodation, pay and allowances or career progression.
Here are some recent examples which demonstrate Defence’s commitment and action to improve lived experiences in the Armed Forces:
· Families Hub – Check out Defence’s information portal, with useful signposting to information, support and organisations, to help you navigate Service family life. Visit the Families Hub.
· Simplifying overseas service finances – Defence’s new digital tools and updated allowances help you and your family navigate the financial aspects of overseas assignments – with greater confidence and less paperwork. Read more on the BFBS website.
Who can complete AFCAS, and how?
If you are a Regular Service person, check the eligibility tool to see if you have been randomly invited to take part in this year’s survey. You will need to enter your Service number, which is case sensitive.
If you are in this year’s sample, the tool will direct you to complete AFCAS.
If you are not in this year’s sample, the tool will give you the option to share your views by completing a shorter survey.
Share your thoughts by 11.59 pm, Monday 2 February 2026.
Shape your future in the Armed Forces
Feedback from AFCAS provides Defence with real, first-hand insights into the experiences and challenges of Service life. This information will help Defence to prioritise changes and drive policy work and initiatives to better your needs across a broad range of areas:
· Service life
· Accommodation
· Catering and Retail
· Deployments
· Allowances and Pensions
· Service complaints/Service Complaints Ombudsman
· Armed Forces Covenant
· Factors influencing intentions to stay/leave the Armed Forces
· Defence Estate, e.g. training facilities, opportunities for sport and much more.
Find out more on AFCAS by viewing the previous survey results (www).
Army Health and Wellbeing Campaign - #SupportIsStrength
Your life matters. Help is here. Real people, real support, anytime.
If you are struggling or are worried about a mate, reach out to get help or get them to talk to someone.
Support is always available!
Where to get help is in the AID booklet, available on the Army website at https://www.army.mod.uk/media/v4nn31fj/20260119-suicide-aid-booklet-ac64672.pdf Also available on Defence Connect via these links: AID Suicide Prevention Booklet , AID Suicide Prevention Poster or:
Armed Forces Support Line 24/7 - Call 0800 323 4444
Samaritans 24/7 - Call 116 123
Text SHOUT to 85258 –Text messaging service, available 24/7
You can also speak to your family and friends who know you best, your Unit Medical Officer, Chain of Command, Unit Welfare Team or Padre.
Other information and resources to support can be found at: British Army - Ask For Help Army Health and Wellbeing Defence Connect.
#SupportIsStrength #BritishArmy #AskForHelp
Akrotiri Village - Coffee Break Doggie Date - Vendors wanted
It’s a DATE! A Doggie Date with Williams Shelter Cyprus! 
Join us for a special morning filled with furry friends, coffee, and community spirit! We're hosting a get-together to raise awareness for the incredible dogs at Williams Shelter who are patiently waiting for their forever homes.
Come down to meet some of the adorable residents and enjoy a coffee, and learn more about adoption and volunteering opportunities. We will have lots of puppies for you to meet! 
Akrotiri Home Start Twilight Sessions
Check out the twilight sessions, delivered by Home Start WSBA. More information in their facebook group
Register interest by clicking the link:
Akrotiri Chelona Kareoke Night
KARAOKE NIGHT at Chelóna Akrotiri 
Join us on Saturday 31st January, 7:30–10:30pm, and take the mic!
Sing whatever you want, in any key
On-screen lyrics & animations
Add songs and control the queue via QR code
FREE ENTRY
Chelóna AkrotiriWarm up those vocal cords!
Akrotiri Man's Club
Akrotiri Man's Club, a friendly, informal group where men can come together to chat, talk openly, and support one another with how they’re feeling.
The group is open to men from both Akrotiri and Episkopi.
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Wednesday, 28 January 2026
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Family Welfare Matters Newsletter – Jan 2026 Issue Out Now
Thursday, 22 January 2026
Defence Infrastructure Organisation: Families First Newsletter Issue 34 (21 Jan) Now Published
The latest issue of the Families First newsletter, dated 21 Jan, is now available to view on the Defence Homes website.
Give Us Time: Latest Update now published
To find out more please go to: www.giveustime.org.uk
ESBA Parkrun/Parkwalk
When: Saturday mornings from 08.00 (07.50 for first timers brief)
Where: Ayios Nikolaos
Who: Open to all over 4 years of age (children must be accompanied by an adult) who hold a valid Station Pass
Parkrun is a free community event where you can run, jog or walk a 5km course at your own pace.
Parkrun is a positive, welcoming and inclusive event.
There is no time limit and no one finishes last, Parkrun is not a race.
The ESBA Parkrun has a Parkwalker and a Tailwalker so you are never alone.
There are regular "Chase the Pacer" events for those that wish to achieve a PB.
If you don't want to run or walk there are plenty of opportunities for volunteering at the event, the volunteers are the ones that make Parkrun happen.
For more details or to volunteer please contact the ESBA Parkrun team at esba@parkrun.com or check out the webpage - https://www.parkrun.org.uk/esba/
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