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Monday, June 17, 2024

Army Welfare Service: Relationship Conflict Stress Awareness

 Contact your nearest HIVE for further info.






Family Action Job Vacancy: Business Support Officer - UK Home Based

The charity Family Action are looking for an admin 'whizz' and someone who loves helping others be organised. The Business Support Officer will support four Deputy Directors – full time hours, home based with travel to Family Action London Head Office and our other regions when needed. To read more & apply –

Business Support Officer (Executive Group) - UK Homebased with Travel - Family Action (family-action.org.uk)



Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest Civil Service (DWP Work Coach) Job Vacancies for Service Leavers, Veterans and Spouses/Partners

Do you want to be part of a team where you can be yourself, feel supported, empowered, valued, respected, fairly treated and able to achieve your full potential?

If your answer is Yes. Join us!  We are looking for people who are customer focused, with the right skills, commitment and capability to deliver an exceptional public service."

​Full details can be found in the job description (including all key details - salary, location etc)

This role is 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 expression of interest form 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)

Closing date: Monday 24th June 2024.

​To find out more please click: A Day in the Life of a Jobcentre Work Coach



Wednesday, June 12, 2024

EURO 2024

Euro 2024 



Starting this Friday the Euro 2024 championship kicks off. We have three host cities close by. plus the French team staying in Bad Lippspringe. 

Below is a range of info translated from the official Euro 2024 website. Additionally you can find links to help with travel and security. 

For guides and gameday information about the host cities you can learn more at the official  EURO 2024 website

Polezi NRW-  Polizei NRW covers security aspects

Travel 

Expect high traffic and passenger volumes on match days. Berlin has even created a parking exclusion zone around the Olympic stadium.

Via Michelin  provides live traffic information Via Michelin  provides live traffic information.

Check Bhan.de for national trains

Regiobhan & Rhienbhan are local train companies in NRW.

Here are the event links for the closest host cities....

Tuesday, June 11, 2024

Germany's Best Hiking Trails

 


Black Forest © Schwarzwald Tourismus/Chris Keller


Did you know that Germany has an incredible variety of hiking trails, with over 300,000 kilometres of well-maintained paths to explore? 

Whether you fancy a coastal walk, a trek through blooming heathlands, a river valley stroll, or a mountainous adventure, there’s something for everyone, from gentle short walks to more challenging hikes that may test your endurance.

Read on and we’ll share our top-rated hiking trails and show you where to find unique places to stay, ranging from cosy inns to charming countryside lodges. 

Let us inspire you with some of our best route suggestions and indispensable hiking tips. Discover hidden gems, breathtaking landscapes, and everything you need to make your hiking experience in Germany unforgettable!


Feed Your Wanderlust


Monday, June 10, 2024

Mission Motorsport: May Newsletter and Bicester Heritage Armed Forces Event on 19 Jun

 


Climb Scafell Pike With the Little Troopers on 14th Sept 2024

 


Little Troopers, the military children’s charity, is calling on people from across the forces community to climb Scafell Pike on Saturday 14th September to fundraise for the tri-service charity.

This will be the first time that the charity has organised a fundraising climb of England’s tallest mountain, having scaled Yr Wyddafa in Wales every other year since 2013.

Thursday, June 6, 2024

Women In Energy Event

“Women In Energy”. We have a fantastic panel of colleagues lined up from across the business! Including HR, Asset Management and Smart Metering.

Wom​en In Energy Tickets, Mon, Jun 24, 2024 at 12:00 PM | Eventbrite




DIO Families First Newsletter - Issue 17

Service Family Accommodation



Togetherall: LGBTQIA+ Pride Month 2024

 


Happy Pride Month! 🌈 @Togetherall offers inclusive mental health support regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity. 

Join their free, anonymous online community for peer support at togetherall.com #PrideMonth #MentalHealth


Wednesday, June 5, 2024

What's on This Week


Outdoor Pool


The outdoor pool in Schloß Neuhaus is now open on Mondays and Tuesdays from 6 a.m. to 2 p.m., Wednesdays and Thursdays from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. and Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The ticket office and admission close one hour before the end of operations.




Parks & Garden Day LWL

Ex­plore the beau­ti­ful places in our region 150 pub­lic and private gardens open their doors on the 8th & 9th June. You can find the details of all the locations in the event here You can find the details of all the locations in the event here



Paderborn Sports Day 9th June 1400 - 1800


Over 90 Paderborn sports clubs invite young and old to join in and try things out.

The offer includes both classic and new (trendy) sports. In addition to the castle park. The Marstall courtyard and the moat will be used for sports.









You can win great prizes from Paderborn's sports clubs and event partners as part of the "Active Wins" participation campaign by taking part in at least 10 participation events from the clubs and institutions.

Heidelberg 8th June 2200

Heidelberg fireworks These have been delayed until Sat June 8th due to high water levels. The legendary show  has been moved until the 8th June. A second firework show is planned in September. if you cant make this weekend or in event of flood disruption.







You can find more details at the official website


The drive time to Heidelberg is 4 hours. You can book accommodation and firework cruise tickets accommodation and firework cruise tickets together. Or shop around for the best rates in September.



Sennelager Veterans

 


Monday, June 3, 2024

Single Living Accommodation Survey - Closing on 3 Jun

The Single Living Accommodation (SLA) survey launches today and is an opportunity for all personnel to share your views on SLA and help shape the future of Defence accommodation.

Who can take part and how?

We want to hear from all Service personnel whether you currently use SLA or not. For more information please go to this Sway: Sway (cloud.microsoft)Sway (cloud.microsoft)



MilFest 2024, the Festival of Business for the UK Armed Forces Community. 27th June

The Festival of Business for the UK Armed Forces Community. One day, one location, connecting the Armed Forces community with Forces Friendly companies.

Grosvenor House, London on 27th June 2024

MilFest’s programme of content – including keynote speakers, interactive panels, fireside chats and industry workshops – has been designed to further unlock the power of the Armed Forces community in business. For full details, see: https://exforcesinbusiness.co.uk/milfest/

If you represent a veteran-owned business or are a service leaver, veteran, military spouse or service family member currently seeking your next career move, you are entitled to a free ticket to MilFest. Complete the form at this link to apply for your Armed Forces Pass: https://exforcesinbusiness.co.uk/armed-forces-pass-milfest-2024/

The event is the same day as the 7th annual British Ex-Forces in Business Award but admissions are separate (an Awards ticket in the evening is not needed to register for the daytime conference).


Serve & Protect Credit Union - June Online Webinars and Smile & Save Podcast

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