Monday, 5 October 2026
Episkopi and Dhekalia Army Cadets Open day
WHAT DO ARMY CADETS ACTUALLY DO? 
Think it’s just camouflage, muddy fields and marching? 
Think again!
This National Cadets Week, our doors are OPEN and we’re inviting you to come and discover what being an Army Cadet is really like. Whether you’re thinking about joining, you’re a parent who wants to know more, or you’re simply curious, come and see us!
Just moved to Cyprus? Army Cadets is also a great way to meet new people, make new friends and become part of something.No pressure. Just come along, meet the team and find out what we’re all about.
You might just discover your next adventure. Bark Episkopi
We’re looking for some extra hands to help us continue caring for the animals at BARC.
Whether you can spare a few hours a week, help with dog walking, cleaning, socialising the animals, fundraising, admin or have other skills you’d like to put to good use — we’d love to hear from you.
We’re also looking for people interested in joining the BARC team.
You don’t need to be an animal expert — just a bit of time, a willingness to help and a love for animals
If you’re interested in volunteering or finding out more about working with BARC, send us a message on Facebook.
Give your time. Change a life.
#BARC #BARCCyprus #AnimalRescue #AnimalRehoming #VolunteersNeeded #CyprusAnimals #RescueDogs #RescueCats
Episkopi Swimming Pool
Please see below for this week’s swimming times at the pool.
We look forward to seeing you there! 
Entry fees: €3 adults | €2 children | Under 5s FREE. 
Cash only
Cash only
Should You Stop Saving to Repay a Loan or Credit Card?
Should you stop saving while you pay off a loan or credit card?
It might not be as straightforward as you think.
This article looks at the pros and cons of saving while repaying debt, and how to find a balance that works for you.
Read the full blog: www.firstdefencefinance.co.uk/should-you-stop-saving-to-repay-a-loan-or-credit-card
Friday, 2 October 2026
Forces Cars Direct: Spooky Good Deals This October 🚗🎃
Forces Cars Direct are announcing that there are some spooky good deals available this October!
They’re excited to welcome a new brand to Forces Cars Direct, Lepas, with their L8 model available with a saving of £6,161. You can also save up to £10,367 on the Toyota C-HR+.
Want to see all of the special offers available this month? https://www.forcescarsdirect.com/special-offers/monthly-offers
Their team is on hand to help you find the right car and make the most of your discount.
DIO: Service Family Accommodation (SFA) Communications Update - 2 October 2026
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Military families invited to help shape the future of Service Family Housing
The MOD has today launched the Red Tape Challenge, inviting families to tell us about processes that are getting in the way of them enjoying their homes, so that we can work to change them.
This is just one of a series of new pledges setting out clear commitments to Service families on the quality of their homes, customer service, and ensuring their voices are heard.
For more information and details on how to make a submission, click here.
Housing Matters – Episode 6
Episode 6 of the Housing Matters podcast is out now!
On this episode, actor and campaigner Anthony Cotton joins Emma Brett, Warrant Officer for Defence Homes, to talk about Service family accommodation and why having a home you can be proud of matters.
They discuss the improvements that have been made in recent years, while acknowledging there is still much more to do to ensure Service families have the homes they deserve.
This episode and all other episodes can be found on our “Housing Matters” Defence Homes page here.
Check your boilers!
While the warmer weather is still with us, now is a great time to make sure your boiler is ready for when temperatures eventually start to fall. Heating issues often only become apparent when the system is switched on after a long period of inactivity, so a quick check now could help you avoid problems later in the colder months.
Try turning your heating on and checking that your radiators warm up properly. It is also worth looking at your boiler pressure gauge. Most systems work best with a pressure reading between 1 and 1.5 bar. If the pressure is too low, your heating may not perform as effectively when you need it.
For guidance on how to check the boiler pressure and what to do if you need to top up your boiler pressure, step-by-step videos are available on the Pinnacle website to help you through the process.
Heating oil notice
As fuel prices increase, there is a small but increased risk of fuel theft from households using heating oil. While this affects only a very limited number of families, the following safety advice is intended to help those households reduce the risk of heating oil theft.
To minimise the risk of theft, we ask you to consider these measures if your home requires oil for heating:
- Secure the tank physically by installing a good quality lock on the tank cap. We also recommend contacting Pinnacle to request any foliage that may obscure your tank is trimmed or pruned back.
- Monitor oil levels regularly and keep a record of your usage.
- Work with your neighbours to watch for suspicious activity in your area and report any unusual behaviour to the police.
- Be smart with your deliveries by avoiding letting your tank run empty. Schedule the oil delivery when someone is home and request that suppliers not the leave the oil unattended.
- If a theft does occur report to the police straight away, then report the theft to your unit and Pinnacle. They may ask for your usage records, so it’s important to keep track of them.
Crisis and resilience fund
If you live in SFA, use oil heating, and are having trouble affording a fuel delivery, you may be able to access short‑term support through the Government’s Crisis and Resilience Fund. This funding, provided by local authorities in England, can help with essential living costs where there is an immediate risk to health or wellbeing. For more information, visit GOV.UK.
Families First newsletter
The latest issue of the Families First newsletter, featuring the latest Defence housing news and updates, is now available on the Defence Homes website.
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