Wednesday, June 10, 2026
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Forces Employment Charity: Could a Centrica role be your next career move?
Are you a veteran, reservist, military family member, Service leaver, or adult cadet instructor looking for your next career move?
Centrica, a Forces-friendly employer, currently has a wide range of opportunities across the business, open to those from the Armed Forces community!
They’ve teamed up with the Forces Employment Charity to host a Pathways into Energy webinar on 24 June, giving you a great opportunity to learn more about the organisation, explore the roles available, and get a feel for what a career there could look like.
During the session, you’ll also hear directly from veterans who have successfully transitioned into Centrica, as well as gain insight into how your skills and experience can translate into a rewarding civilian career.
To find out more (and view the news bulletin in full) please go to this LINK
Service Family Accommodation (SFA) Communications Update - 09 June 2026
The Defence Housing Strategy, announced in November 2025, marks the most significant transformation of Armed Forces housing in more than 50 years. It sets out an ambitious, fully funded ten-year programme to improve the homes and communities that service personnel and their families rely on every day. At the heart of this generational renewal, is the creation of a standalone professional Defence housing organisation, the Defence Housing Service.
Leading this transition is Natalie Elphicke Ross OBE, who has been appointed Interim Chair of the Defence Housing Service. Natalie previously chaired the Defence Housing Strategy Review Team and will play a crucial role in leading the transition to the new organisation, ensuring it is ready to deliver for you and your families from day one.
Once formally established in law through the Armed Forces Bill, the Defence Housing Service will take responsibility for managing nearly 50,000 military homes across the UK. Its mission includes providing safe, high-quality, and reliable housing that reflects modern military life.
Natalie’s appointment comes as the latest polling data collected by Opinion Research Services shows a rise in satisfaction among Personnel and families living in military homes.
Read more at Defence Homes.
Gibraltar: Summer Cultural programme for Adults
Gibraltar Cultural Services (GCS), on behalf of the Ministry of Culture, is delighted to launch a vibrant summer cultural programme for adults, designed to inspire and engage throughout July.
The summer programme begins on the 14th July 2026, with a relaxing Paint & Brew session led by local artist Charlie Gingell, where participants can enjoy a quiet morning of painting and a cup of coffee whilst taking home their own artwork.
The Llanito History Dr, Ryan Asquez and GCS’s Davina Barbara come together again on 16th July 2026, to lead a Culture Crawl through the old town, including the history and stories behind several street names. The session will end with a drink and pikilavi.
For the first time, the John Mackintosh Hall Library will open after hours exclusively for adults on Friday 17th July, offering guests a glass of bubbly, the chance to network with like-minded individuals, and a unique literary experience.
The programme concludes with a Creative Writing Workshop on Thursday 23rd July delivered by Natalie Massetti at BOOKgem. She will explore poetry in a sensory session aimed at sparking inspiration.
A full schedule of events and more detailed info is available at Culture.gi, Tickets for these events can be booked online via Buytickets.gi. For more information on any events, please email development@culture.gov.gi.
BRUNEI: DIO(B) - Planned renovation works at H16 Building 1, 2, 7, and 8
As per agreed renovation or refurbishment programme, DIO(B) contractor will start work at H16 Building 1, 2, 7, and 8 for 6 month from next week for the mobilisation works.
For safety reason, please avoid entering and parking surround the construction site at all times. During working hours, the surrounding area may experience increased noise level, loading and unloading activities, and restricted access due to safety measures. All road access to PCMS, accommodation areas, and the thrift shop will remain available. However, all road users are advised to exercise caution at all times when using these routes.
If you have any concerns or issues related to the works, including health and safety matters, please contact the DIO(B) Helpdesk as you first point of contact.
- Mon – Sat: 0800 – 1700
- Start mobilisation date: 13 June 2026
- Start construction works: 1 July 2026
- Target completion date: End of Jan 2027
NOTICE - J16/001 PLAY EQUIPMENT OUT OF SERVICE
This play equipment at J16/01 has been barricaded due to safety concerns and is not safe for use.
Do not remove, move or tamper with the barricades. Parents and guardians are advised to ensure children do not enter the restricted area.
Management will not be responsible for any injuries for any injuries resulting from unauthorised use of the barricaded equipment.
Thank you for your cooperation and apologies for any inconvenience it may have caused.
To reschedule, please kindly contact DIO(B) Helpdesk either via phone Calls Ext.3375 or 3224130 or Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk during office hours.
Fault Reporting Priority Matrix
This play equipment at J16/01 has been barricaded due to safety concerns and is not safe for use.
Do not remove, move or tamper with the barricades. Parents and guardians are advised to ensure children do not enter the restricted area.
Management will not be responsible for any injuries for any injuries resulting from unauthorised use of the barricaded equipment.
Thank you for your cooperation and apologies for any inconvenience it may have caused.
DIO Scheduled Work for June
DIO contractors will be carrying out inspection works as shown in the table below. Utilities may be affected during the work, but DIO contractors will try to minimise disruption.
DIO contractors will be carrying out inspection works as shown in the table below. Utilities may be affected during the work, but DIO contractors will try to minimise disruption.
To reschedule, please kindly contact DIO(B) Helpdesk either via phone Calls Ext.3375 or 3224130 or Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk during office hours.
Fault Reporting Priority Matrix
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DIO(B) SCHEDULED WATER TEMPERATURE MONITORING AND CHLORINE TESTING.
1. In Order to Comply with the UK standard, DIO contractor Marsee will be carrying out the scope of works as shown below:
a. Check temperature reading of hot and cold water at the very sentinal point.
b. Check chlorine level in water using site test kit.
c. Visual check and small adjustment of water heater.
d. To record water analysis
e. Duration of work will take 10mins to 15mins.
Please be advised that the construction work at X1 playground has extended and it is expected to be completed by end of this week.
We appreciate your understanding. For any enquiries, please reach out to the DIO(B) Helpdesk.
Phone Number: 3224130 or military ext 3375
Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk
1. In Order to Comply with the UK standard, DIO contractor Marsee will be carrying out the scope of works as shown below:
a. Check temperature reading of hot and cold water at the very sentinal point.
b. Check chlorine level in water using site test kit.
c. Visual check and small adjustment of water heater.
d. To record water analysis
e. Duration of work will take 10mins to 15mins.
On-going works X1 Playground
Please be advised that the construction work at X1 playground has extended and it is expected to be completed by end of this week.
We appreciate your understanding. For any enquiries, please reach out to the DIO(B) Helpdesk.
Phone Number: 3224130 or military ext 3375
Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk
X1 Playground Temporary Closure
A section of X1 Playground will be closed from Tuesday 7 April 2026 to Friday 17 April 2026 to allow for equipment replacement.
16 February 2026 to 30 March 2026
Work description: Installation of new Sunshade
Location: H16 Splash pool
Working hours: 0830hrs to 1700hrs
Working days: Monday - Saturday
Planned sunshade installation to H16 Splash pool - Closure extended
As per proposed, DIO(B) contractor will commence work in the area mentioned above according to the schedule provided below.
For safety reasons, please avoid entering the construction site at all times. During working hours, the surrounding area may experience increased noise levels, ongoing loading and unloading activities, and restricted access due to safety measures.
If you have any concerns or issues related to the works, including health and safety matters, please contact the DIO(B) Helpdesk as you first point of contact.
As per proposed, DIO(B) contractor will commence work in the area mentioned above according to the schedule provided below.
For safety reasons, please avoid entering the construction site at all times. During working hours, the surrounding area may experience increased noise levels, ongoing loading and unloading activities, and restricted access due to safety measures.
If you have any concerns or issues related to the works, including health and safety matters, please contact the DIO(B) Helpdesk as you first point of contact.
16 February 2026 to 30 March 2026
Work description: Installation of new Sunshade
Location: H16 Splash pool
Working hours: 0830hrs to 1700hrs
Working days: Monday - Saturday
X1 Works Commence Announcement
We would like to inform the community in the X1 area of the upcoming works in supplying treated water to the estate. The work scope consists of digging works to lay a new water pipe and associated electrical cables to a new plant room (indicated in Figures 1 and 2 below). Works are expected to be completed by the end of April 2026.
The following disruption may occur during the on-going works:
Your cooperation throughout the construction phase is highly appreciated. Should you have any issues with the ongoing works planned please contact the DIO (B) Delivery Manager, SSgt James Hollingworth (James.Hollingworth197@mod.gov.uk)
2. The DIO Helpdesk will only be accepting EMERGENCY and VERY URGENT
works request via telephone on Mil: 94193 3375 & Civ: +673 322 4130.
3. All other work requests are to be sent via email to BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk, and are to include the following information:
a. Location (building, room, asset).
b. Full name of customer, if not SP, SP details must be included.
c. Contact details of customer, both email and telephone.
d. Description (as clear and precise as possible).
e. When fault happened/ how long has it been a fault.
f. Photo.
4. These details are imperative to increasing the efficiency of processing works,
reducing the time taken to triage, and ultimately the issue being resolved
The following disruption may occur during the on-going works:
- Road disruption. There will be road disruption as per indicated and DIO will try to minimise the issue by having the contractor to assist on site.
- Digging works. Due to the safety concern, the contractor will undertake excavation works and patch up the soil once new waterpipes/cables are laid into the ground. Hoarding will be provided at the area to avoid the public from entering the area.
- Noise pollution. Upon construction, the area will be affected by the noises from site. Contractors will be working from 0800 - 1700 Hrs daily, works are not planned to be undertaken during the weekends.
- Heavy vehicles. We are expecting heavy vehicles to enter the area for the loading and unloading of materials on site.
Your cooperation throughout the construction phase is highly appreciated. Should you have any issues with the ongoing works planned please contact the DIO (B) Delivery Manager, SSgt James Hollingworth (James.Hollingworth197@mod.gov.uk)
DIO Helpdesk Reports
1. From Wednesday 10 September 2025, DIO Brunei will be amending the way
in which they process works request, due to the unprecedented and unsustainable
volume of works requests being received. After detailed analysis of the current issues
DIO Brunei are facing, the following changes are being enacted:
volume of works requests being received. After detailed analysis of the current issues
DIO Brunei are facing, the following changes are being enacted:
2. The DIO Helpdesk will only be accepting EMERGENCY and VERY URGENT
works request via telephone on Mil: 94193 3375 & Civ: +673 322 4130.
3. All other work requests are to be sent via email to BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk, and are to include the following information:
a. Location (building, room, asset).
b. Full name of customer, if not SP, SP details must be included.
c. Contact details of customer, both email and telephone.
d. Description (as clear and precise as possible).
e. When fault happened/ how long has it been a fault.
f. Photo.
4. These details are imperative to increasing the efficiency of processing works,
reducing the time taken to triage, and ultimately the issue being resolved
5. If these details are not provided the works request will not be raised. Should
anyone have issues or concerns with the above direction they are to contact the DIO
WSM via email.
anyone have issues or concerns with the above direction they are to contact the DIO
WSM via email.
Click HERE for information on Infrastructure Fault Reporting - DIO(B) Help Desk
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: BFB New Arrivals Induction Brief - *Next Date* Thursday, 11th June 2026, 0900 - 1230 hrs @ Main Hall, Chit Chat Community Centre
For all the New Arrivals in British Forces Brunei, please attend the Mandatory Induction Brief on Thursday, 11th June 2026 at Chit Chat Community Centre.
The session will run from 0900 - 1230 hrs. (be seated by 0855 hrs)
Tea and coffee will be provided.
The session will run from 0900 - 1230 hrs. (be seated by 0855 hrs)
Tea and coffee will be provided.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: Nepali Passport Renewal and Consular Services - Saturday 13th June 2026, 1000 - 1600 hrs @ CCCC
1. The Representatives from the Nepal Embassy, Kuala Lumpur (KL) will visit Brunei to provide Nepali passport renewal and counselling services on Saturday 13 June 2026 from 10:00hrs to 16:00hrs at Chit Chat Community Centre (CCCC). Nepali personnel and their family members based in BFB are entitled to renew their passports at public expense if their current passport meets either of the following criteria:
a. Less than 4 blank pages (8 sides) remaining, or
b. Expiry within 18 months.
2. Application Process: Personnel and family members requiring passport renewal are to:
a. Update their details on:
20260210-Nepalese_Passport_Stats_SPs&Families-OSP.xlsx NLT Thursday 11 June 2026.b. Book an appointment via the Nepal Embassy KL website for Saturday 13 June 2026.
c. Complete the online application process prior to attendance.
3. Documents Required: All applicants are to bring the following to CCCC:
a. Printed online application form.
b. Photocopy (front and back) of current Nepali passport.
c. Original or clear photocopy of Nepali Citizenship Certificate.
d. Police report (if passport is lost).
4. Personnel and family members who fail to utilise this opportunity without valid service or welfare reasons will not be authorised to travel to Kuala Lumpur on public expense for passport renewal. The representatives will also be available at the Gurkha Reserve Unit (GRU) on Sunday 14 June 2026; personnel and family members who are unable to attend on Saturday may be authorised to attend on 14 June 2026 on a case‑by‑case basis.
5. Any queries regarding the application or renewal process are to be directed to their respective Coy MPA or SSS.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: AWS Community Support - Families Club Saturday, 27th June 2026, 1030 - 1200 hrs @ Mumong Community Centre
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026
Motorfinity - June Newsletter
Save Thousands on Your Next New Car with Motorfinity
Motorfinity offers exclusive discounts on brand-new cars for NHS workers, emergency services personnel, social care workers, education staff, and armed forces personnel.
With average savings of around £7,400, eligible staff can access significant savings across a wide range of manufacturers, with no impact on salary or benefits. Plus, access family discounts with participating manufacturers.
Contact our friendly team today to find out how much you could save. https://www.motorfinity.uk/?source=outreach&utm_source=outreach&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=june
Are Electric Cars the Future?
As electric vehicles continue to grow in popularity, more drivers are considering making the switch. Our latest article explores the future of EVs, their benefits, and what motorists should know before choosing an electric car. Read more: https://www.motorfinity.uk/blog/are-electric-cars-the-future/?source=outreach&utm_source=outreach&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_campaign=june
Motorfinity CEO on the Working Well Beings Podcast
Motorfinity CEO and Co-Founder, Daniel Briggs, recently joined the Working Well Beings Podcast to discuss financial wellbeing, employee benefits, and how organisations can better support frontline workers.
The conversation covers financial stress, workplace wellbeing, and how Motorfinity helps eligible staff make significant savings on new cars. Watch the episode: https://youtu.be/CwVwnwXNtuI?si=eKvMSxZXlp1gx7IC
BRUSSELS: HISO final visit to Welcombeek and NATO HQ, Wednesday 17 June 2026
This month it will be my final visit to NATO HQ and Welcombeek!
I will be coming to Welcombeek Coffee Morning on Wednesday 17th June 10:00 -11:30 and then heading to NATO HQ between 12:00 and 14:00. Padre Craig and Nikki are joining me too.
If you are about, do pop in and say cheerio or get answers to any questions you may have.
I have thoroughly enjoyed visiting you all during my time as HISO!
Information provided by SHAPE HIVE
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