SHAPE: The Armed Man - A Mass for Peace, Friday 8th May 2026, 20:30

If you like a brass band, then don't miss this performance of Karl Jenkins' 'The Armed Man - A Mass for Peace' from the Namur Wallonia Brass Band and four local choirs Mezza Voce, Lyricanto, Horacantus and La Fraternite, by way of commemorating VE Day locally.

Commissioned by the Royal Armouries Museum in 1999 and dedicated to the victims of Kosovo, this is one of Jenkins' most popular works and is regularly performed by professional and amateur musicians. 

It has been performed worldwide, with the 3,000th performance held at the Royal Albert Hall on 10 March 2024.

WHEN: Friday 8th May 2026, 20:30
WHERE: Eglise Saint Nicolas de Mons
HOW MUCH: Tickets in advance €13, on the door €15 and under 12s €10

PLEASE NOTE: this is not a formal or duty event, uniform is not to be worn.

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BELGIUM: Make-A-Wish sign up open now

Have you been to a Make-A-Wish yet? If you haven't, it is the most fun 24 hours here on SHAPE, as the entire international community run, walk and crawl their way around the running track to raise money for this fantastic charity.

This year it is scheduled to run from 16:00 on Friday 5th June until 16:00 on Saturday 6th June.

Each nation battles it out to achieve the most laps run in the 24 hour period, but if you are not a runner fear not, there is a non-competitive Brit team as well, so you can join in by walking the track whilst chatting to a friend, cheering your nation on or just chilling out to the choons.

Sign-up for a Team and purchase your T-Shirts at either the BritBar or Silver Spoon on the above dates.

See you on the track.

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BELGIUM: Whisky Needed for BRITFete and SHAPEFest

It's that time of year again!! The BritFete and SHAPEFest Committees need Whisky!

So if you have any Whisky at home that you are not planning to drink or take on to your next posting, please donate it by popping it into the Community Office or contacting Wg Cdr Barry Robertson. It doesn't have to be a full or sealed bottle, the Committees will welcome even the smallest Dram.

Thanking you all in advance!

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

Brunssum: Sunflower Project

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Welcome to International HIVE

Welcome to International HIVE, our mission is to provide you with the most up to date information, the Overseas Locations Guides are an in-depth collection of that information.

Brunei - Click here for the Overseas Location Guide.

Brunei - Local Location Guide from the Brunei HIVE.

If further information is required, please contact your nearest HIVE or the iHIVE, details below:


Brunei HIVE Email: BruneiGar-SpSvcs-HIVE-Mailbox@mod.gov.uk    

Call: +673 322 3809


iHIVE Email: RC-Pers-HIVE-iHIVE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

Call: +44 (0)7974 287738

Gibraltar: Spring Cultural Programme

Gibraltar Cultural Services (GCS), on behalf of the Ministry of Culture, is pleased to announce its Spring Cultural Programme, which covers the period up until Saturday 20th June 2026.

BRUNEI: BFB ID Card Registration

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Please see requirements for BFB ID Card Registration and visit to the SSO office on arrival to arrange for a BFB ID Card to be issued.

For further information please contact: BruneiGar-SpSvcs-HousingClk@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: Temporary ID Cards for Relative Visits

Relatives can now be issued a temporary visitors ID Card which will allow access to the BFB entitled areas of the Garrison, access to camp and the purchase of goods from the NAAFI at BFB entitled rate. The ID card will be issued for the duration of their visit. 

Permission for ALL visitors to BFB staying in SFA should be obtained from SSO office, using the following forms: 

Visitor visit application form - NO VISA REQUIRED

Visitor visit application form - VISA REQUIRED

Please take your relative visitors to the SSO office on arrival to arrange for a temporary ID card to be issued.

For further information please contact: BruneiGar-SpSvcs-HousingClk@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: Private Vehicle Checks

During recent months there has been a trend of private vehicles being involved in incidents or having to go to a local garage for avoidable extensive repairs. To try to limit both of these LCpl Yuan Rai and Rfn Amrit Rai from 1 RGR LAD, have created a useful video for all of the British Forces Brunei Community to use whilst checking their own vehicles.

This video has been designed to show you what to look for when checking your vehicle, how to do it and also some tricks for good practice when looking after your private vehicles. The video describes checks that we recommend are done weekly and before long journeys. So, if you are planning on driving to KK please do these checks first! This list is not exhaustive and is just a recommendation, it does not remove the vehicle owner's legal requirement to have the vehicle inspected.

The Brunei Governments Land Transport Departments have created an 'Understanding your Vehicle' guide, which has useful Brunei specific information.

The key points to look out for are:

Petrol - Has it got the right fuel and enough for your journey?

Oils - Are all the oil levels correct? Engine oil, brake fluid, power steering fluid, transmission oil?

Water - Is the coolant level correct? REMEMBER DO NOT REMOVE THE COOLANT CAP WHILE ENGINE IS HOT! Have you got enough washer fluid?

Electrics - Do the lights work properly? Are the switches and buttons working? Are the wipers and washers working?

Rubber - Are your tyres in a good condition? Have you got sufficient tread (Legal Minimum 1.6mm)? Are there any bulges, splits or objects anywhere in the tyre? Are they at the right pressure? All this includes the spare!

The LAD and Garrison Workshop are always happy to help, if you are not sure please come and see us on Tuker Lines and we will have a look.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: Leaving BFB soon? Things to add on your to-do list!

Are you moving back to the UK soon? Here are a few things to add on to your to-do list before leaving Brunei:

Application for Transfer of Residence relief (ToR1) Guidance - SPs should be aware of the application of transfer of residence relief (ToR1) when they are moving back to the UK on completion of their assignment. Individuals should get email when they apply for removal through agility. Please click the link below for Guidance
https://www.gov.uk/guidance/application-for-transfer-of-residence-relief-tor1