Motorfinity - Community Update for August

 

Motorfinity Community Update (August 2026) 

Looking Ahead to the New 76 Registration 

If you're thinking about a new car this September, now is the perfect time to start planning. Ordering early could mean you're behind the wheel of your brand-new 76-reg vehicle sooner, as factory lead times can vary. 

Motorfinity is proud to support the Armed Forces community by helping serving personnel, veterans and their families access exclusive savings on brand-new vehicles from leading manufacturers, including Audi, Volkswagen, Toyota, Ford, Kia and many more. 

Civvy Street Magazine – Aug/Sep 26 issue out now

 

To read this issue online, please use this link

Gov.uk: Childcare for Service children "Moving to England from overseas or within the UK"

The gov.uk Childcare for Service Children webpage can be found at:  Childcare for Service children - GOV.UK

The section on moving to England from overseas or a devolved nation was amended on 6 Aug, and now reads:

 Moving to England from overseas or within the UK

If you are returning from overseas or moving within the UK, please visit the Best Start in Life website to find out what is available in your area. The application process and deadlines may vary.

It’s not possible to apply for additional funded childcare online when you are outside England. If you are due to return to England from overseas or elsewhere in the UK after a term deadline, you can call the Childcare Service Helpline on 0300 123 4097 to apply for a free childcare code and request a manual application. The manual application must be completed before the term deadline.

Information on term deadlines and when to apply can be found in DIN - Early years funded childcare overseas. Search for the DIN on defnet or Defence Connect (accessible by MOD personnel only).

Term during which you return to England  Term Deadline  Recommended time to apply

1 September to 31 December             31 August          15 June to 31 July

1 January to 31 March                         31 December    15 October to 30 November

1 April to 31 July                                  31 March           15 January to 28 February

Parents can apply outside of the recommended dates, but they might not receive their code in time. Parents must have a valid code by the end of the month before a new term starts.

Overseas

In overseas locations, the Ministry of Defence (MOD) provides services (or access to services) that, so far as is reasonably practicable, conform in type, scope and standard to that required by legislation in England.

BRUNEI: Correct Procedure to Report Crime

Correct Procedure to Report Crime

1. Any incidents of criminal activity within the Garrison Area, all members of BFB are reminded that such matters should be reported to the RMP, Civilian Police and Duty Officer as soon as possible (not days or weeks after the event has taken place). Any delay in reporting to the Police Authorities will hinder appropriate measures against further criminal activity.

BRUNEI: RMP Vacant Property Survey - Register your property as vacant to trigger extra patrols

Please click the image to enlarge.

BFB Vacant Property Scheme

Leaving your property vacant and want the RMP to keep an eye on it whilst you are away? Scan the QR code and fill in the form it takes less than two minutes.

BRUNEI: DIO - Legionella Awareness & Prevention and Water Flushing Regime to reduce Legionella Growth

Legionella Awareness

Please click HERE or Scan the QR Code above.

BRUNEI: DIO(B) - Scheduled Water Temperature Monitoring and Chlorine Testing and Scheduled Work for August

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.

Gibraltar: Annual Fair 21 - 29 August

 

The Gibraltar Fair starts on Friday 21st and continues until Saturday 29th August. Fair Ground rides will be a fixed price of £3 and there will be a free Family Entertainment Pavillion where you can watch local performers and purchase food and drink. This year the event returns to Mid-Town to the ex-Rooke site. 

SHAPE: Base Support Group Newcomers Briefing, Thursday 27th August 2026 09:30-10:45

The next of the four 2026 Newcomer's Briefs held by SHAPE Base Support Group is coming up.

This is an informative brief that serves to help you and your family to acclimate to your new community here on SHAPE; with 32 NATO member nations and additional partner and military cooperation nations represented at SHAPE, it truly is a diverse community.

Held in the Alliance Auditorium (Cinema), you with learn all about life on SHAPE, Morale & Welfare Facilities, Med Centre Provision and more. These also include a Guided Tour into Mons and can be undertaken on the same day or at a subsequent session, but a seat will need to reserved in advance. There is even a glass of bubbles on the Mons Tour!

WHEN: Thursday 27th August, 09:30 - 10:45, Tour of Mons follows.

WHERE: The Alliance Auditorium (Cinema)
HOW: Book your place HERE.

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BRUNEI: AWS Community Support - BFB Local Handmade & Food Stall Bazaar *Calling All Vendors* Friday 25th September 2026, 1400 - 1700 hrs @ Chit Chat Community Centre

Calling ALL Vendors!

BFB is delighted to announce our second local and handmade food stall Bazaar for 2026! We’re inviting passionate creators to apply for the stall.