Further Information can be found at: Rural Weeks Programme
Monday, October 19, 2026
Highground: Spouses and partners Rural Weeks residential programme for 2027 - Devon
Further Information can be found at: Rural Weeks Programme
Costco: Membership benefits offer for serving Armed Forces and MOD staff
For more information on Costco membership, please go to: Why become a Costco Member
Serving personnel and MOD civilian staff are eligible for this membership offer. Costco membership starts from £42 for two people for one full year depending on the membership which best suits the Armed Forces/MOD employee. Once employees join, they are able to shop Costco worldwide straight away for the year.
Costco have warehouses across the UK, plus also in many locations
Serving personnel and MOD civilian staff are eligible for this membership offer. Costco membership starts from £42 for two people for one full year depending on the membership which best suits the Armed Forces/MOD employee. Once employees join, they are able to shop Costco worldwide straight away for the year.
Costco have warehouses across the UK, plus also in many locations
Seasonal Flu Advice and Vaccinations – Defence and Department of Health Security Agency guidance for seasonal flu season 2026/27
Information and advice has now been issued regarding preventing influenza for the 2026/27 seasonal period, including eligibility criteria for vaccinations.
Please go to Flu vaccines: 2026 to 2027 flu season - GOV.UK for general guidance on vaccinations. An online version of the infographic attached can be found at Flu vaccines 2026 to 2027 season A3 landscape poster
For Serving personnel, a DIN has been published on this topic – please search on Defnet for 2026DIN06-016-Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Season 2026-2027. All Serving personnel are encouraged to review this DIN, and to arrange a vaccination at their earliest convenience (if eligible).
For further guidance please contact the medical centre that you are registered with, or ask your nearest HIVE for more information.
Please go to Flu vaccines: 2026 to 2027 flu season - GOV.UK for general guidance on vaccinations. An online version of the infographic attached can be found at Flu vaccines 2026 to 2027 season A3 landscape poster
For Serving personnel, a DIN has been published on this topic – please search on Defnet for 2026DIN06-016-Seasonal Influenza Vaccination Season 2026-2027. All Serving personnel are encouraged to review this DIN, and to arrange a vaccination at their earliest convenience (if eligible).
For further guidance please contact the medical centre that you are registered with, or ask your nearest HIVE for more information.
Department for Work and Pensions: Latest news update
Claims Management Companies (CMCs) are contacting pensioners, offering to handle claims for benefits like Attendance Allowance or missing Home Responsibilities Protection (HRP), for a fee.
This isn't illegal, but the fees can be several hundred pounds. Some people don't realise they've entered into an agreement until it's too late.
The message we want to get across is straightforward: if you're eligible for these benefits, it's free to claim them. Independent and trusted help* is available for free from organisations including Citizens Advice and Independent Age.
You can visit the campaign site to find out more about how we are protecting our customers from financial harm and also watch our how to apply for Attendance Allowance video.
*For Armed Forces veterans, FREE support with Attendance Allowance claims (and other potential benefits) is also available through MOD Veterans Services. See https://www.gov.uk/guidance/get-help-from-veterans-services, which includes contact details, and an online self-referral form.
National Careers Service update
On 1 October 2026, the National Careers Service in England was brought in house to DWP, supporting the creation of a more joined-up service for people at every stage of their career.
Customers will continue to receive free, impartial careers information, advice and guidance from qualified Careers Advisers through telephone, digital, face-to-face and community channels, with existing appointments and support continuing uninterrupted.
Those wishing to contact the service in England can call 0800 072 0288.
The National Careers Service website has been renamed Get careers information and advice, although the URL and existing links will remain unchanged.
Applicable to England only. Careers services are devolved in Scotland (Skills Development Scotland – My World of Work ) and Wales (Careers Wales).
Gibraltar: Halloween & Midterm Cultural Programme
Gibraltar Cultural Services (GCS) is pleased to present its Halloween & Midterm Cultural Programme, offering a range of creative and cultural activities for both children and adults.
Young participants can kick off the Halloween fun on Saturday 24th October, 11am with a special Storytelling Session at the Mario Finlayson National Art Gallery, City Hall, as part of the Youth Saturday’s programme. Alongside the storytelling, there will be interactive art activities for children to enjoy.
The celebrations continue on 27th October, 11am, with a Children's Halloween Workshop at GEMA, led by artist Shane Dalmedo. Participants will get creative in a hands-on session making spooky puppets.
Adding to the family programme, Kitchen Studios will host two themed workshops on 28th October at the GEMA Gallery. A Lantern Workshop at 2pm is aimed at families offering a creative opportunity to craft unique decorations. At 5:30pm the group will host ‘A Murder Mystery’ Workshop to keep young detectives engaged. Tickets for these sessions from Gibkitchen.com.
On 29th October, a further Halloween Storytelling Session will take place at GEMA at 11am, with a themed goodie bag for every participant. Fancy dress is encouraged.
For adults, writer Jackie Anderson will lead a creative writing workshop at BookGem on 20th October from 6pm to 8pm encouraging participants to explore storytelling inspired by the season. Drawing inspiration from her first non-fiction book, Myth, Monster, Murderer, Jackie will share insights from her varied literary experiences while exploring key elements of creative writing, including structure, plot development, atmosphere, and character creation.
Rounding off the programme will be a Culture Crawl of the south end of Main Street on 29th October 6-8pm led by Dr Ryan Asquez and Davina Barbara. This will combine local history, heritage and street art, with participants discovering the darker and more mysterious side of this area of Town.
More details and tickets for GCS events are available via BuyTickets.gi, with Kitchen Studios events available through their own booking platform on Gibkitchen.com
For more information, please contact GCS Development Unit on development@culture.gov.gi
Friday, October 16, 2026
Brunssum: BloteVoten Park Halloween Spooky and Scary walks 2026
Put on your best Halloween outfit and get spooked during this Halloween walk with this year's unique theme of 'Infected Forest'. There's a kids and family friendly walk, and a scarier walk for adults/13+.
Halloween tour 'Ravenspook Circus' (Kids/Family)
Sunday, November 1, 2026 , 2:30 PM - 5:30 PM
The Barefoot Park Forest is in the Halloween spirit. Ravenspook Circus is in town, and something strange is going on... During your walk (with shoes on!), you'll encounter various (child-friendly) creepy creatures. Do you dare to have your picture taken with your favorite creepy creature?
Want something a little scarier? There's a "wrong turn" to a more challenging part of the forest. Only take it if you're really brave! Tip: If you have small children, do the trail during daylight, and for the truly daring, reserve a time slot later in the afternoon when it starts to get dark.
Click here to book your Family friendly spooky walk tickets.Want something a little scarier? There's a "wrong turn" to a more challenging part of the forest. Only take it if you're really brave! Tip: If you have small children, do the trail during daylight, and for the truly daring, reserve a time slot later in the afternoon when it starts to get dark.
Halloween tour 'The Vanished Carnival of Ravenspook' (13+/Adult)
Saturday, October 31, 2026 , 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
For our legendary Halloween walk, the Barefoot Park forest transforms into a creepy and ominous place. Sometimes beautifully lit, sometimes dark and gloomy. This year, there is a haunted carnival theme. Dozens of scare actors will scare the living daylights out of you. Afterward, you can, of course, relax with a snack and a drink. A ticket is required for this event.
You're welcome to dress up for the Halloween walk, of course, but wearing masks and props like bats, fake weapons, etc., as well as being under the influence of alcohol or drugs, is prohibited.
BRUNEI: BFB Social Calendar 2026
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The aim of the Social Calendar is to allow garrison personnel and their families to view all social events and activities taking place.
It is also an area where you can advertise an event that you are planning such as a Patio Sale, Bingo evening, Coffee mornings etc. To have an event added to the Calendar it must:
- Be for the BFB Community.
- Include NO military information.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: BFB Dashain Kalaratri Party - Sunday, 18th October 2026
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BFB DASHAIN KALARATRI PARTY 2026 – 18 Oct 2026
Namaste everyone,
We are pleased to announce the BFB Dashain Kalaratri Party, taking place on 18 October 2026.To help us with planning and final numbers, please sign up using the Link or scan the QR code on the poster.
Please register at your earliest opportunity.
Looking forward to celebrating Dashain together!
One Team, One Celebration!🎉
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: BFB Children's Library - Dashain Story Session with Rachana Tuesday, 20th October 2026, 10:00 AM @ BFB Children's Library, CCCC
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
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