Thursday, April 30, 2026

Brunssum: AF North International School Job Vacancies

 


New job vacancy at AF North International School: Admissions and Office Administrative Support 
Click on the above link for the job description. Click here for the application form.

Click here for details including suitability and person specification.


Applications are always welcome from UK Military Immediate Family Members or UKBC Dependents who are enthusiastic, motivated and flexible individuals for supply roles within the British Section in AF North International School.

Click here to view the job description and application form.

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Brunssum: Updated Job Vacancies at JFC Brunssum

 

Updated email address - please use the email address at the bottom of this blog post rather than the one on the job adverts.

Vacancies available:
Full job descriptions and application forms may be obtained by sending an email to CSOCIGDN-GSO-LECHR-RECRUITMENT@mod.gov.uk. Completed applications are to be sent to the same email address.

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BELGIUM: Airport and Flights expected to be impacted on 12 May 2026 with further strike action announced

Please be aware that flights are due to be impacted again...

  • Brussels Airport expected to cancel half of its flights on 12 May
  • Pilots to strike over plans to raise retirement age
Belgium’s joint trade union front has filed a notice for a national strike for the entire Belgian aviation sector - for a date yet to be confirmed.

More to follow as details emerge.


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BELGIUM: Postal Delays and ongoing strike action in Wallonia and Brussels

Whilst the general Bpost strike may be over, there remains a huge backlog for postal staff to wade through.

From an impact perspective, apart from any personal mail via the Belgian postal system being delayed, this unfortunately also affects the Belgian National Numbers released by the commune. So if you are a relatively new arrival here in Belgium, please be patient; it has been suggested that clearing the backlog could take up to 6 weeks.

In addition, whilst there are no longer any strikers in Flanders, some remain in Wallonia and Brussels. Post delivery remains disrupted in Brussels, with only half of the rounds able to be completed. In Wallonia, about nine out of 10 rounds are going ahead as usual. 

Reassurances have been provided by Bpost that in places with delays, priority is being given to condolence letters and vehicle number-plates.



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BELGIUM: Military Wives, Summer Concert 2026, Sunday 31st May 2026 15:30

The Belgium Military Wives are holding a Summer Concert!

And do join them for refreshments after their concert where you will have a chance to chat to choir members and find out more about them!


WHEN: Sunday 31st May 2026, 15:30
WHERE: St Anthony's Church, Kraainem

TICKETS: Available in advance or on the door - please pay by bank transfer (BE92 3631 2973 5823) stating Summer Concert in the reference.

If you would like acknowledgement of your payment, please email us: belgium@militarywiveschoirs.org.


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SHAPE: Learn to Face Paint, multiple dates available

Want to learn a new skill, refresh or upskill with a view to joining the face-painting teams at Make-a-Wish or Britfete?


Simply pop-along to one of these sessions in the Britbar. It is a great opportunity to learn some really impressive face-painting techniques and I promise you it is easier than it looks.


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SHAPE: International Blood Drive, Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th May 2026, SHAPE International Chapel, sign-up now

70 more Donors are vitally needed to SIGN UP to donate blood for the military at the MAY 4-5 SHAPE International Blood Drive with the U.S. Armed Services Blood Program (ASBP). Blood donated with ASBP will directly help U.S./NATO military & families, maintaining the military’s mission essential blood supply for patients around the world.


WHY? All donors receive cool gifts, tasty snacks, and the great feeling of knowing your blood donations can save U.S./NATO lives. Military & Families LIVE when donors GIVE to the ASBP.
WHO? Open to all SHAPE ID Holders and sponsored guests: U.S./NATO military, civilian & local national staff, retirees, and family members over 18
WHEN? Monday 4th and Tuesday 5th May 2026, 9am-5pm
WHERE? SHAPE International Chapel
HOW? SIGN UP at https://go.mil/ASBP-E to give blood for the military with the Armed Services Blood Program! (This won't work on MODNet systems)

MOST IMPORTANTLY FOR BRITS:
Relaxed Eligibility: No more BSE "Mad Cow" disease-related restrictions for time in Europe/UK. Now only 3-month wait after tattoos outside the U.S. or malaria-risk travel. Donors must be at least 18 years and speak English (native or approx. B2 level).

QUESTIONS? Contact ASBP-Europe with questions: DSN 314-590-5885, +49 6371-9464-5885, usarmy.donatebloodeurope@health.mil.

Thank you to everyone who will donate, volunteer, and help spread the word to support the U.S. military's blood program and save lives!

Sanguis pro Militaris…Blood for the Military 


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NAPLES: International Food Festival

 


Date: Friday 19th June 2026

Time: 1700 - 2300 

Location: Parco Leonardo

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BRUNEI: PCMF and Dental Centres Closure

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BRUNEI: The Art of Living - The Happiness Program - Friday, 01st - Sunday, 03rd May 2026 @ IAB Hall, Seria

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Please register HERE.

For further information, please contact:
Ravi: +673 8731503
Swati: +673 7411423

The above meditation CSE cost is BND150.

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