Valuing Forces Families Overseas: Focus Group Invitation

RAND Europe has been commissioned by the Army Families Federation, in partnership with the RAF Families Federation and the Naval Families Federation, to conduct a study exploring the experiences of UK military families throughout the overseas postings cycle. As part of this research, RAND Europe is holding focus groups with military families who have experience of overseas postings, including preparing for, undertaking, and returning from an assignment overseas. These discussions aim to provide an improved and up-to-date understanding of families lived experiences and the challenges they face at different stages of the overseas postings cycle.

Recruit for Spouses: Empowering You Workshops – 9-11 June

Empowering You is back!

Whether you’re exploring a new career, returning to work, or looking for fresh inspiration, Empowering You is here to help you take that next step.

📅 9–11 June
💻 Hybrid experience – join online + in person (London, Glasgow or Knutsford)

Designed for military family members, this supportive series brings together:

✨ Inspiring real-life career stories
✨ Forces-friendly employers
✨ Practical insights to boost your confidence
✨ A network of people who truly understand military life

Flexible, engaging, and full of opportunity—spaces are filling fast.

👉 Register now to secure your place: https://www.forcesemployment.org.uk/news/empowering-you-june-26-series-now-live/

#MilitarySpouses #ForcesFamilies #CareerSupport

Recruit for Spouses: May Newsletter - NEW careers in Defence, healthcare and more...

The latest Recruit for Spouses newsletter is out now. Please go to this link to read in full: NEW careers in Defence, healthcare and more...

SHAPE: Taste of Belgium Event (ToBE) in the SHAPE Tent, Friday 22nd May 16:00-01:00

The Taste of Belgium Event is on this Friday in the SHAPE Tent!

The tenth edition of the Belgian Showcase will see a Parachute Demo, live music, a vast array of Belgian Beer, the SHAPE International School performing and, of course, Les Gilles. There will be food trucks too so don't miss the Belgian Special - Frites and Mayo!

This is one of the best National Events of the year (apart from BritFete, obvs!)  so if you have yet to experience a ToBE, don't miss it!

WHEN: Friday 22nd May 2026, 16:00-01:00
WHERE: The SHAPE Tent

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

SHAPE: Carrefour's New Weekend Opening Hours

Did you know that Carrefour has new weekend opening hours?

From now onwards, Carrefour on camp will be open between 09:00 and 18:00 on Saturdays AND Sundays! 

Happy Shopping!

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BRUNEI: BFPO - Cash service suspended 25 - 29 May 2026 and General Accounting Rate (GAR) for May 2026

Opening Hours:

Monday - Wednesday

08:00 - 12:00

Thursday

10:30 - 14:00

Friday

08:00 - 12:00

Unit's Post Orderly Mail collection and drop-off

Monday - Wednesday

08:30 - 11:30

Thursday

10:45 - 13:30

Friday

08:30 - 11:30

Exchange Rate:

May - £1.00 = $1.7200

NOTICES 

1. the Post Office's cash service will be suspended from 25 to 29 May 2026 (inclusive) because of reduced workflow in conjunction with Hari Raya Aidil Agha celebrations and the half-term school leave. Normal postal services will continue to operate in accordance with the existing schedule. 

2. The cash withdrawal will resume on Monday 1 June 2026. 

Brunei: Charity Horse Race Night on Friday 12 June 2026 @ CCCC

 

Information provided by Brunei HIVE. 

BRUNEI: BFB Job Vacancies - Bus Escort (Casual), Teacher Cover Supervisor (Casual) & Learning Support Assistant Level 2 (Casual)

 

British Forces Brunei Entitled BFB SPOUSES Job Vacancies

Treetops Nursery

1. Key Person (Qualified)

Click here for Job Advert. 

Please note: Only applicable for BFB SP or Civil Servant Spouses, NOT for external applicants. 

Closing date: 12:00 hrs on Tuesday 2 June 2026

Anyone who wishes to apply for this role, has any specific questions and to request an application form, kindly send an email to LPPO at BruneiGar-CivSec-LPPO-Group@mod.gov.uk

Hornbill School

2. Bus Escort (Casual)

Click here for Job Advert.

Please note: Only applicable for BFB SP or Civil Servant Spouses, NOT for external applicants. 

Closing date: 12:00 hrs on Friday, 29th May 2026

Anyone who wishes to apply for this role, has any specific questions and to request an application form, kindly send an email to LPPO at BruneiGar-CivSec-LPPO-Group@mod.gov.uk

3. Teacher Cover Supervisor (Casual)

Click here for Job Advert.

Please note: Only applicable for BFB SP or Civil Servant Spouses, NOT for external applicants. 

Closing date: No closing date

Anyone who wishes to apply for this role, has any specific questions and to request an application form, kindly send an email to LPPO at BruneiGar-CivSec-LPPO-Group@mod.gov.uk

4. Learning Support assistant Level 2 (Casual)

Click here for Job Advert.

Please note: Only applicable for BFB SP or Civil Servant Spouses, NOT for external applicants. 

Closing date: No closing date

Anyone who wishes to apply for this role, has any specific questions and to request an application form, kindly send an email to LPPO at BruneiGar-CivSec-LPPO-Group@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: A reminder to re-fuel before the Hari Raya holidays (Thursday 28 May 2026)

Following the Brunei Government’s confirmation after the moon sighting on Sunday, 17 May 2026, Hari Raya Aidiladha public holiday will be on Thursday, 28 May 2026. 

To avoid disruption, please ensure you refuel ahead of this period.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

Brunei: Join a 60-minute pregnancy and post natal yoga class at PCMF, Monday 18 May at 12pm

 

Join a 60-minute pregnancy and post natal yoga class at PCMF, designed around gentle, supportive movement to build strength and stability, ease discomfort, and prepare your body for birth and recovery. $2 per session.
Babies welcome. Questions and more information contact kjmeagher88@gmail.com

Information provided by Brunei HIVE.