Ay Nik - Uniform Swap

Did you know the Ay Nik HIVE has a dedicated Uniform Swap section for QBS and KRS families?

The community is welcome to swap, donate, or pick up gently‑used (and sometimes brand‑new) uniform items.

It’s a simple way to:

• Save money - no need to buy new pieces every time kids grow
• Reduce waste - give uniforms a second life
• Support each other - help families who need items quickly or unexpectedly

What do we have?

There is a wide selection of QBS and KRS uniform items, including:

• Shirts & polos
• Shorts, trousers & skirts
• Jumpers & cardigans
• Sports kit

(Availability varies depending on donations.)

How do you take part?

• Swap items that no longer fit
• Donate clean, good‑condition pieces that you no longer require
• Pick up what your child needs - no cost*, no questions

*If you can, please make a small donation to SSAFA or Home Start. All cash raised will go back into the Ay Nik community.

WSBA Summer Geo Cache

WSBA Home Start and WSBA BFC Youth Service have created a Geo Cache site in Happy Valley.

Pop along to the WSBA Home Start office in the Episkopi Community Hub to collect your GPS device. You will be given a quick demo before you head out.

There are eight boxes to find so please take eight small items to exchange - no sweets or chocolate.

For more information contact the WSBA Home Start team.

WSBA Home Start Weekly Summer Programme - Week 1

 

Apply now: latest Covenant Fund Trust programmes

This month the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust are inviting applications for the Reducing Veterans Homelessness programme, Together for Service Families - Place-based grants, Supporting Partners programme and the Service Pupil Support programme.

To find out more about these grants and their application criteria, please visit: 

Open programmes - Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust

For other latest AFCFT news, please see the links below:

Now open for applications
Enter the Collaboration Lab
Help shape support for servicewomen
Have you completed our newsletter survey?
Local authority awards newsflash

Dhekelia swimming Pool - Aquafit

 

Service Police complaints: New website now live

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.

Cessation of the Service Police Confidential Crime Line

The Service Police Confidential Crimeline (0800 085 0658) has been permanently disconnected and will not be replaced. 

As a part of Defence switch to digital communications all analogue telephone lines in the host location, including the Confidential Crimeline, have been disconnected. 

HQ PM(A) have therefore decided to retire the Service Police Confidential Crimeline.

Crimes can still be reported through any of the following telephone helplines:

BFBS Cinemas - Supergirl merch competition

 

Calling all heroes… our Supergirl merch competition is LIVE

Supergirl is OUT NOW at BFBS Cinemas and we’re partnering with WarnerBrosUK to give away a merchandise pack.

Click the link below for a chance to win

https://www.bfbs.com/supergirl

Good luck!

 

Ay Nik Playhouse - End of School Year Disco

 

🎉🍕 End of School Year Disco! 🍕🎉

Join us at Ay Nik Playhouse on Friday 17th July for an afternoon of music, dancing, soft play and a pizza party! 🍕💃🕺

💰 Just €2 per child (pizza included!)

We can't wait to celebrate the end of another fantastic school year with you all! 🎉

See TeamUp, Facebook or contact the Playhouse for time.

BFBS Forces News access to First Sea Lord General Sir Gwyn Jenkins

BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) will release a special Forces News interview with First Sea Lord and Chief of the Naval Staff, General Sir Gwyn Jenkins, on 8 July 2026.

In a frank and in-depth interview with BFBS’ Tim Cooper, General Sir Gwyn hosted a rare tour on board HMS Daring, as he discussed his vision for the future of the Royal Navy, including plans for a hybrid navy, recruitment and retention, morale, warfighting readiness, submarine readiness, the work of the Joint Expeditionary Force, and more.

The episode will be released on 8 July on Forces News YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@forces_news

 

‘Don’t miss a moment, follow BFBS Forces News on Facebook, Instagram and X.’ 

Military Co-Working Hubs: Upcoming Virtual Events

 

 

LINK TO MAIN EVENT PAGE: Book Club | Military Coworking  

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Help shape our 2027–2030 funding – your insight matters

 

AFCFT message to the Service community:

 

We are beginning our consultation to shape the Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust’s funding approach for 2027–2030, and we would really value your insight as serving personnel. We have the approval of Gen Humphris (ACDS(People)) to reach out to you.  

BFBS to deliver live coverage of the 2026 Nepal Cup Final on 4 July

 

Image Credit: Gurkha Brigade Association

 

On 4 July 2026, one of the most significant occasions in Gurkha sport returns as the Nepal Cup Final is broadcast live exclusively with BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service), bringing together tradition and pride in a showcase event at the heart of the military sporting calendar.

 

Big laughs, daring missions and festive favourites — don’t miss a moment on BFBS TV - 27/06-03/07/2026 - Week 26

 

Your weekly guide to the must-see TV across all the channels provided by BFBS. Full listings can be found on our website

Movies This Week

From heartfelt adventures to sharp comedy and larger-than-life action, the Summer of Love: Spend Extra-Time, Together season continues with a line-up packed with fun, friendship and unforgettable moments.

Inside Out takes viewers on an emotional journey inside the mind of a young girl as her feelings navigate the ups and downs of growing up.

While The List follows a woman whose search for the perfect partner leads to unexpected discoveries.

And making its premier, Mean Girls with a fresh take on the iconic story of high school cliques, friendships and rivalries.

Outside the Summer of Love season, Cuban Fury serves up laughs and dance-floor drama as an unlikely hero attempts to reclaim his salsa glory.

 Hot Tub Time Machine 2 delivers more outrageous time-travelling chaos.

And finally, Aquaman plunges into an epic underwater adventure as a reluctant hero fights to unite two worlds.

In short: friendship, romance, self-discovery and epic adventures come together in a week of feel-good entertainment, big laughs and blockbuster action.

Epi - Armed Forces Day 2026 - 27th June

 

ESBA - BFC Youth Services Summer Program - registration closes 3rd July 2026

 Make sure to register for all activities!

 BF Youth Service has multiple opportunities for young people for the first 4 weeks of summer!

Please complete the registration for each child, you only have to complete the form once so just tick all the activities they wish to attend!

After the closing date (3rd July) we will be in touch for consent forms, confirmation of space and time for payment (6th July).

Link if you don't have QR.
https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx...

Ay Nik HIVE Uniform Swap

Did you know the Ay Nik HIVE has a dedicated Uniform Swap section for QBS and KRS families?

The community is welcome to swap, donate, or pick up gently‑used (and sometimes brand‑new) uniform items.

It’s a simple way to:

• Save money - no need to buy new pieces every time kids grow
• Reduce waste - give uniforms a second life
• Support each other - help families who need items quickly or unexpectedly

What do we have?

There is a wide selection of QBS and KRS uniform items, including:

• Shirts & polos
• Shorts, trousers & skirts
• Jumpers & cardigans
• Sports kit

(Availability varies depending on donations.)

How do you take part?

• Swap items that no longer fit
• Donate clean, good‑condition pieces that you no longer require
• Pick up what your child needs - no cost*, no questions

*If you can, please make a small donation to SSAFA or Home Start. All cash raised will go back into the Ay Nik community.

Mercury Cinema require new OIC

 

Mercury Cinema Listings - July 2026

Please check BFBS cinema website for more information.

Listings are correct at time of posting.

Note - Private screenings are part of the BFC Youth Services summer program.

Ay Nik - Summer Reading Challenge - Starts 1st July 2026

 Sign up for the challenge at the Ak Nik Library