Army HIVE Overseas Info
Generic and local information for the UK Military Community, including Serving Personnel, their Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians, when considering an overseas post or already based overseas
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Monday, September 28, 2026
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 151 Executive Officer roles across Scotland and NE England – closing date 07 Oct
DWP welcome applications from veterans, reservists, their family members and currently serving personnel looking to transition into civilian life..
Civil Service Jobs links with further information on the roles available, and application details:
Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Northeast England (Ref: 780) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Northeast Scotland (Ref: 779) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - East and Central Scotland (Ref: 778) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - South West Scotland (Ref: 777) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
The closing date is 07 Oct.
Defence Children Services: Service Pupil Premium – register your child before 1 Oct 2026
📢 If you're a Service parent and your child attends a school in England, make sure their school knows about your Service status before 1 October 2026.
Eligible schools can receive £360 per eligible Service pupil through the Service Pupil Premium (SPP), helping them provide additional support for Service children.
Find out more about eligibility and how you can help your school access this valuable funding:
https://dcs.school/2026/09/11/service-pupil-premium-2026-extra-funding-for-service-children-in-england/
Easy Resettlement Magazine: Autumn edition out now
Have you read the Autumn issue of Easy Resettlement magazine yet?
In this issue there is information about employment events for service leavers, enabling you to meet future employers and network with companies and fellow service leavers.
ER mag also features the 162 winners of the MODs Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Awards and as always, you can find information from CTP and about ELCAS entitlements.
Please visit the Easy Resettlement website to read this issue online and download it for free: www.easyresettlement.com/magazine
BRUNEI: International Day Beyond Borders - Friday, 2nd October 2026, 3 - 8 PM @ Laksamana College , Abdul Razak Plaza
This 2nd October, step into a world of stories, traditions, and people. No passport required! LCB invites you to explore different cultures, learn something new, and connect with communities from around the globe.
From Poland to Ghana, Japan to Brunei, 12 countries will come alive through their traditions, showcases, and the people behind them.
🗓️ 2nd October 2026 (Friday)
🕒 3PM – 8PM
📍 Level 2 & 3, LCB Main Building (Plaza Abdul Razak)
Expect:
🎭 Country showcases
🍽️ Cultural cuisines
🍹 Food & beverage vendors
🎮 Games & many more!
Come explore different cultures and let's go Beyond Borders together!
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: The Brunei Half Marathon 2026 - Saturday, 21st - Sunday, 22nd November 2026 @ SHOAS Bridge
Calling all runners — take on Brunei’s most iconic route! 🏃♀️
The Brunei Half Marathon 2026 is getting closer. Whether you’re chasing a personal best, taking on your first race or running with friends and family, there’s a distance for everyone.
💳 Pay with an eligible BIBD Card and enjoy a 5% rebate on your registration fee.
Your registration includes race essentials such as a 2XU race shirt, race bib with timing chip, finisher medal, shuttle bus, refreshments, e-certificate and more*.
Get ready to run across the iconic Sultan Haji Omar ’Ali Saifuddien Bridge this November.
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Normal Registration ends 30 September 2026.
Scan the QR code or register at www.thebruneihalfmarathon.com
*Terms and conditions apply.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
Normal Registration ends 30 September 2026.
Scan the QR code or register at www.thebruneihalfmarathon.com
*Terms and conditions apply.
BRUNEI: Mumong Pool Induction & New Entry Access System *Next Date* Tuesday 29th September 2026
NOTICE: MUMONG POOL INDUCTION & NEW ENTRY ACCESS SYSTEM
Please be informed that an induction session will be conducted for the Mumong Pool.
BRUNEI: SSAFA Brunei are creating a 2027 BFB calendar which your team/Coy/Dept/Sqn/Div/club could feature in!
Pages available by auction:
- 28-30th September as sealed bids
- 1st October live auction on BFBS
See poster for contact details.
It's the week of our SSAFA calendar auction! Please encourage your companies, platoons, departments, numbernies, sports team, community group - any group within our BFB community - to get involved and raise money for this great charity.
There's 3 ways to bid to have your image featured on a month of the SSAFA 2027 BFB calendar.
1. Early bird starter bid for the month of your choice submitted before end of Wed.
2. Early bird bid of $200 for a month. This guarantees you a slot.
3. Listen to BFBS and bid in the live auction on Thursday between 8am and 4pm.
(you can do both 1 and 3 options together).
Submit bids to WA/Viber +673 8280400.
Any questions please get in touch!
There's 3 ways to bid to have your image featured on a month of the SSAFA 2027 BFB calendar.
1. Early bird starter bid for the month of your choice submitted before end of Wed.
2. Early bird bid of $200 for a month. This guarantees you a slot.
3. Listen to BFBS and bid in the live auction on Thursday between 8am and 4pm.
(you can do both 1 and 3 options together).
Submit bids to WA/Viber +673 8280400.
Any questions please get in touch!
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: AWS Community Support - Adult Arts and Crafts Tuesday, 13th October 2026, 0930 - 1100 hrs @ Chit Chat Community Centre
Please scan the QR Code above or click HERE to register and join us at Chit Chat Community Centre. BND 6.00 per person.
Ext: 3785
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
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