BELGIUM: Free Museums Sunday this Sunday!

This Sunday is the first Sunday of the Month which can only mean one thing....

FREE Museums Sunday! Over 160 museums are available to visit at no charge whatsoever, so this is a perfect opportunity to explore everything from history and art to the weird and wonderful that makes Belgium a great place to live! Keep warm and dry in the Winter or Cool in the Summer and make the most of this brilliant cultural initiative.

Some popular museums still require you to book online to guarantee entry but entry will be free on the first Sunday of every month.

Check out the participating museums HERE. And do check their website for any reservation requirements.

Happy Exploring!

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SHAPE: Save the Date for the Big Events of 2026

Here are a few dates for your diaries! Don't miss out on these fantastic annual big events.

Due to reasons beyond CLO control, BRITFete will be a week later that originally planned, the new date will be Friday 26th June 2026.


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BELGIUM: Been Extended? Read On……

If you have been extended in your current role or promoted/transferred to a new role, please do visit the NSE to start the ball rolling on renewing your SHAPE and Protocol I.D.s

Just a gentle reminder that you will also need to inform DIO and Healix, renew your SOFA card and re-register any vehicles you may have. 

The NSE can signpost you as needed and SHAPE2Day (ArrivingLeaving: SHAPE ID/Extension) is also a very helpful starting point.

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE.

Brunei: Army Mental Health Resources

Your life matters. Help is here. Real people, real support, anytime.

If you are struggling or are worried about a mate, reach out to get help or get them to talk to someone.

Support is always available!

Where to get help is in the AID booklet AID Suicide Prevention Booklet, AID Suicide Prevention Poster or:

Armed Forces Support Line 24/7 - Call 0800 323 4444

Samaritans 24/7 - Call 116 123

Text SHOUT to 85258 –Text messaging service, available 24/7

You can also speak to your family and friends who know you best, your Unit Medical Officer, Chain of Command, Unit Welfare Team or Padre.

Other information and resources can be found below. Some links will take you to Sharepoint so only Modnet users have access.

British Army - Ask For Help
Army Health and Wellbeing Defence Connect.
Vulnerable Service Persons
Mental Fitness and Resilience Toolbox ​

Ask, Intervene, Disclose - Suicide Prevention Support Guide​
​Ask, Intervene, Disclose - Suicide Prevention Poster​
​Protecting Grey Matter Poster​
​Support Is Always Available​
Army-Health Promotion - Home – Sharepoint page
Army Official Health and Wellbeing – Defence Connect
Army Health and Deployability – AKX

Remember TEAMWORK - ‘Stronger Together’. This is what makes us stronger together. #SupportIsStrength

Information provided by Brunei HIVE. 

Army Health and Wellbeing Campaign - #SupportIsStrength

 

Your life matters. Help is here. Real people, real support, anytime.

If you are struggling or are worried about a mate, reach out to get help or get them to talk to someone.

Support is always available!

Where to get help is in the AID booklet, available on the Army website at https://www.army.mod.uk/media/v4nn31fj/20260119-suicide-aid-booklet-ac64672.pdf Also available on Defence Connect via these links: AID Suicide Prevention Booklet , AID Suicide Prevention Poster or:

Armed Forces Support Line 24/7 - Call 0800 323 4444

Samaritans 24/7 - Call 116 123

Text SHOUT to 85258 –Text messaging service, available 24/7

You can also speak to your family and friends who know you best, your Unit Medical Officer, Chain of Command, Unit Welfare Team or Padre.

Other information and resources to support can be found at: British Army - Ask For Help,  Army Health and Wellbeing Defence Connect.

#SupportIsStrength #BritishArmy #AskForHelp

Gibraltar: Walking Tours of the Northern Defences

The Gibraltar Heritage Trust have announced a series of walking tours of the Northern Defences in collaboration with Fortress Attractions Gibraltar. Tours of the complex, which comprises of medieval, 18th and 19th century military defences through to WWII installations, will be led by Carl Viagas who continues to lead on the task of recovering the site for public benefit.

The tours will take place on the last friday of each month, with the first taking place this Friday 30th January. Attendance is free but booking via the Gibraltar Heritage Trust is essential.  Call now to book your spot and see firsthand this awe inspiring  feat of defensive engineering.

Please note that photography and video recording may take place during this first tour for promotional and social media purposes. 

For more information, please visit www.gibraltarheritagetrust.org.gi 

BELGIUM: Official parkrun at SHAPE, Every Saturday, 08:45 for 09:00 start

Did you know SHAPE has its own official parkrun? The only parkrun in Belgium no less. As a closed event it is only open to Shapians and their sponsored guests but it is held weekly on camp, departing from behind the Continental Mess. 

parkrun is held every Saturday, whatever the weather (as long as it is deemed safe by the run director that week) and welcomes all nationalities, all ages and all abilities. Volunteers are needed too, so even if you don't fancy walking, jogging or running the 5km course, you are still welcome to join the parkrun community by volunteering to support this fabulous event.

What's more, parkrun is FREE and a fabulous way to meet new friends. Follow their Facebook Page to keep on top of what is occurring.

The parkrun group are an international, welcoming, friendly, sociable and most importantly supportive group who are always keen to have new participants join the fold.

If you want to take part or get involved in volunteering, simply turn up on a Saturday at 08:45 or email SHAPE@parkrun.com.

See you there!

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

Gibraltar: Commemorating the centenary of the discovery of a Neanderthal child's skull

The second Neanderthal skull to have been found in Gibraltar was excavated by Dorothy Garrod from Devil’s Tower Cave one hundred years ago, 1926. The skull belonged to a four-year-old Neanderthal boy. In recent years, after the wonderful forensic reconstruction done for the Gibraltar National Museum by the Dutch brothers Kennis & Kennis, leaders in this field, the Neanderthal child has been known as Flint. Flint has become a household name, popular in particular with schoolchildren visiting the museum. 

The Gibraltar National Museum will be marking this landmark year with a series of events which will culminate with a milestone Calpe Conference to be held in Gibraltar from the 1st to the 6th of September. Major researchers and speakers in the field of human evolution, and Neanderthals in particular, will be presenting the latest findings at the conference, which is also seen as marking a pivotal moment in which we will be able to reflect on how our understanding of these ancient humans has changed in recent years. In this respect, the work carried out in Gibraltar has been critical in changing our views of the Neanderthals and their cognitive capacities. 

This year also marks the tenth anniversary of the inscription of the Gorham’s Cave Complex on the UNESCO World Heritage List, the first and only time that a site in Gibraltar has received such a major international accolade. The celebration of this particular anniversary, for a site that is the only World Heritage Site to be exclusively dedicated to the Neanderthals, will fit in well into the overall centenary theme. 

A series of events are being organized for the year, and details of these will be released during the course of the year. They will include a special themed museum open day on the 9th of May and a specific highlighting of the day of the discovery itself – the 11th June. A new set of displays is also expected for the museum. The commemoration of the inscription of the Gorham’s Cave Complex will be marked during the Calpe Conference, which will guarantee the presence of an international, as well as local, audience. 

BRUNEI: Climb Mount Kinabalu with Mira and make a difference by supporting the Gurkha Museum

Greetings all! l am gearing up to tackle Mount Kinabalu in support of the Gurkha Museum and I would love for you to join me on this meaningful journey. Together, we can train, enjoy some great moments, challenge ourselves and make a positive difference along the way. If you're interested in being part of this inspiring endeavour, feel free to reach out on WhatsApp +673 8371451.

About Mount Kinabalu

Mount Kinabalu, located in Sabah, Malaysia, is one of Southeast Asia’s most famous peaks and part of Kinabalu Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its highest point, Low’s Peak, reaches 4,095m above sea level, offering spectacular views and the chance to see sunrise from near the summit.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

BRUNEI: BFSWS - Safeguarding Course Dates

Safeguarding courses in March.

1. L2 on the 10th of March

(L2 is designed for a person who has contact with children, young people or vulnerable adults in their working environment including voluntary work.)

2. L3 on the 12th of March

(L3 is designed for those who are in roles requiring decision-making, supervision or leadership responsibilities in safeguarding children.)

BFSWS will be running a face to face safeguarding L2 and L3 again this March 12th and 10th 2026. If you have any member who need to do this course, kindly book through Rachana Poudel rachana.poudel@forcessocialwork.com

BELGIUM: Do you have Secondary School Age Children? Please Read...

Do you have a child of Secondary School Age, either at British School of Brussels or a British Boarding School? Have you received this letter to your Belgian home address?

If so, if they are at BSB, please complete the following section, sign it and email/drop the form to Host Nation Liaison Officer Nadia in the Community Office:

If you have received the letter and your child(ren) are at Boarding School, please complete this section, add proof of registration at the school for this academic year and sign the form, then email/drop it to Host Nation Liaison Officer Nadia in the Community Office:

If you have any questions, do pop into the Community Office and chat to us.

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Family Welfare Matters Newsletter – Jan 2026 Issue Out Now

 

For more information on any of the Family Welfare Matters content, please contact your nearest HIVE or our HQ on: RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox (MULTIUSER) RC-Pers-HIVEComms-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk

The Families Hub – an information portal to help navigate Service family life

The Families Hub – which signposts to information, support and organisations to help navigate all stages of Service family life – has launched.

For the first time, Armed Forces families will be able to access a “one stop shop” digital platform – which signposts to a wealth of information, support and organisations – to help you navigate Service family life.

The Families Hub is for all Armed Forces (Regular and Reserve) families and personnel – from the moment of entering the Forces, through to leaving.

Visit the Families Hub today and explore a range of topics, including partner support, housing, health and wellbeing, childcare and finance.

Families Hub – empowering you to make informed choices about Service life

Armed Forces families are at the heart of the Defence community and play a crucial role in making sure that Defence is secure at home and strong abroad. Being in the Armed Forces community can be highly rewarding, but it can come with challenges, particularly in times of deployment and separation.

The Hub will direct you to a breadth of family friendly Defence policies and organisations that provide support, to help you face the unique demands of Service life.

See what help is available:

NAPLES: Supply Teacher Cover Supervisor - Closing Date 27 February 2026

Supply Teacher Cover Supervisor Positions
at British Forces School Naples

The British Forces School Naples caters for children aged between 3 and 11 years. TQCS work is on a zero-hours contract as the nature of the need is ad-hoc. This is due to covering short term absences of class teachers for part or full days for emergency and planned cover, or subject to mutual agreement, longer-term absences.

Main duties are:

• Teach classes, when required, to cover for staff absence and ensure that pupils make good progress.

• Deploy appropriate behaviour management strategies in line with school policy ensuring that children learn effectively

• Encourage and support pupils to develop their personal wellbeing.

• Adhere to the school policies to ensure consistency of practice

• Sustain a safe environment and employ safeguarding practices that promote children’s health, safety and wellbeing.

Applicants must have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or Qualified Teacher Learning Skills Status (QTLS) to be recognised as a fully qualified teacher. Some qualifications, without QTS, which are appropriate and recognised, can result in applicants able to be employed on the unqualified teacher rate. They must have a good standard of spoken and written English, be able to show initiative, work unsupervised, be flexible and have excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Experience of working in international, UK or MOD Schools is essential

Applications are invited from suitably qualified dependents who hold Full Provision status in accordance with EJSU SO 1023 and have at least 8 months remaining at Naples. Full job descriptions and application forms may be obtained by sending an email to – CPO Italy via the address: GSO-Italy-LEC_HRRecruitment@mod.gov.uk

The employment contract will be for zero hours per week and the rate of pay is € 27.44 per hour worked for qualified teachers and € 17.04 for unqualified. This hourly rate includes holiday pay.

Information provided by NAPLES HIVE

NAPLES: Recruiting Now - Supply Learning Support Assistant 2 or 2Q (Qualified) Closing Date 27/02/2026

 

Dependant Employment Vacancy

Supply Learning Support Assistant at BFS 2 or 2Q Qualified.

Job purpose

To work under the instruction/guidance of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/ care/ support programmes, to enable access to learning for pupils and to assist the teacher in the management of pupils and the classroom. The post holder may be required to work in any class at the school or outside the main teaching areas including off site as directed by the Head Teacher.

The role also involves delivering programmes of teaching and learning activities for children identified as needing additional support, including support programs aimed at providing for the social and emotional needs of pupils within the school.

You will need to enjoy working with children and be a good team member as well as being flexible and reliable.

Safer recruitment practice will be followed, and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

This post requires a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service which will be arranged for the successful applicants also the successful applicants will be expected to undergo Security clearance checks.

The initial annualised monthly rate of pay for an unqualified LSA2 – 1 is € 1,158.50 whilst the annualised monthly rate of pay for a qualified LSA2-1 is € 1,332.25 per month based on the current 25-hour week.

Applications are invited from suitably qualified dependents who hold Full Provision status in accordance with EJSU SO 1023 and have at least 8 months remaining at Naples. Full job descriptions and application forms may be obtained by sending an email to – CPO Italy via the address: GSO-Italy-LEC_HRRecruitment@mod.gov.uk

Information provided by NAPLES HIVE

SHAPE: Britbar Community Openings February and March

What is the best way to spend Friyay afternoon? At the Britbar Community Opening of course! Here are the dates for the next couple of months...

All welcome!
Wearing your uniform? No worries, its all the same to us!

WHEN: Fridays 6th & 20th February and March, 15:30 - 18:30
WHERE: The Brit Bar

See you there!


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NAPLES: Carnevale Season - February

 

February is carnevale season in Italy and the most famous events of all held in Venice with celebrations set to run from January 31st to February 17th 2026.

But Venice is not the only part of Italy famous for its carnival celebrations; there's the famous parade of papier mache floats and political caracutures in Viareggio and an annual orange fight in Ivrea among others.

From Sicily to Tuscany to Marche, the main events and the dates are listed below.

Fano - February 16th, 24th and March 2nd - The sweetest of the festivals

Viareggio - February 8th, 16th,22nd,27th March 2nd 4th - The Masked Parade

Cento - February 16th, 23rd, March 2nd,9th ad 16th - Twinned with Rio de Janeiro

Sciacca - February 22nd,23rd,28th, March 1st, 2nd - Burning of the Carnival King

Ivrea - March 2nd -4th - Annual Orange fight

Acireale - February 15th, 16th,22nd,23rd, March 2nd,3rd - Elaborate flower/light parades

Putignano - February 16th,22nd March 2nd 4th - One of Europes oldest and longest

 Information Provided by NAPLES HIVE                                                                                                                                                                            

NAPLES: Little Passport with NATO - Learn about different cultures

 

Have you been to the library yet? Its absolutely beautiful!

Look out for the FREE event designed for children aged 6 - 14 years old.

Come and learn about NATO community culture, their countries, history, language, food, traditions etc

First Country to discuss - CANADA

When: Saturday 14 February 2026

Where: JFC Library

Time: 10.00am - 14.00 pm

Registration limited to 20 only - For further details Click Here

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NAPLES: Is this the romantic view on Earth?

 

Most travellers visit the Amalfi Coast for the beaches of Positano or the lively streets of Amalfi. But if you want to find the true soul of the coast, you have to go much higher.

Welcome to Ravello, the City of Music and romance. Ravello sits 365 metres above the sea and hidden in the medieval town lies a place that feels like a dream : Villa Cimbrone.

Walking through its gate is like stepping back in time. You wander through beautiful English style gardens, past blooming wisteria, ancient temples and marble statues, until the path suddenly pens up to the sky.

The Infinity Terrace (Terraxxa dell'Infinito) This isn't just a balcony. It is a masterpiece of nature and architecture. Lined with 18th century marble busts, the terrace offers a view so vast that the blue sea melts into the sky.

Describes as "the most beautiful place in the world" it has been a hideaway for the elite for decades . From Great Garbo, who famously eloped here in 1983 to find privacy to Winston Churchill and Virginia Woolf. They all came here for the same reasons: the silence and the view.
What will you go for?

Information provided by NAPLES HIVE

Brunssum: Welpen International - Dutch Girl Scouts

 

Membership is 10 euros per month.
For more information please email welpeninternational@gmail.com

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Give Us Time: Latest Update now published

Give Us Time’s latest briefing includes details of tickets for the Birmingham International Tattoo in February, and all remaining March breaks.

To find out more please go to: www.giveustime.org.uk

Brunssum: Opening a Bank Account in the Netherlands for Internationals

 

There will be many factors that influence your decision when looking to open a Dutch bank account, from the bank’s accessibility in English to special features.

For information on what to consider when choosing a bank account; online accounts, traditional banks and pros and cons for each, visit:

https://dutchreview.com/expat/best-banks-expats-netherlands/

If you're looking for some banking options the below are available in the Netherlands:

• ABN AMRO
• Bunq
• ING
• N26
• Revolut

For those with an ABN AMRO bank account please note: if you do not open your bank account as instructed below you maybe liable to pay Dutch tax.

Brunssum: Permanent Recruitment Notification

 

Applications are always welcome from UK Military Immediate Family Members or UKBC Dependants who are enthusiastic, motivated and flexible individuals for supply roles within the British Section.

For more information including job descriptions and application forms, please contact Jenny Brown, School Business Manager via email on jenny.brown@modschools.org

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Defence Infrastructure Organisation: Families First Newsletter Issue 34 (21 Jan) Now Published

The latest issue of the Families First newsletter, dated 21 Jan, is now available to view on the Defence Homes website.

Brunssum: JFCBS Wargaming Club

 

JFCBS Wargaming Club
While our primary focus lies in (re)creating historical events and exploring alternative scenarios, we’re not bound by a single era or theme. Our club usually delves into grand strategic campaigns and intense squad-level encounters, but we’re always open to the unexpected, welcoming enthusiasts of all board game genres.

Membership is open to all JFCBS/NAEW members aged 12 and above, with no membership fee. We extend a warm welcome to both beginners and experts, catering to individuals at various skill levels. With an extensive collection of cooperative and historical simulation (CoSim/HistoSim) games, our club ensures that everyone finds options suited to their preferences and desired level of challenge.

To see all upcoming events, you can view their Facebook page here.

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

BELGIUM: Children applying for University this year?

 

Do you have children who are applying for University this year?

If so, please contact the HISO on RC-Pers-HIVE-SHAPE-0Mailbox@mod.gov.uk or pop into the Community Office for further information.

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

SHAPE: Fleraqua School Holiday Camps, Registrations Open Now

Searching for School Holiday Camps for your Children? Good News, Registrations are now open for Swimming & Multi-sports Camps at Fleraqua.

Whilst swimming is at the heart of the program, fun multi-sports and aqua activities complement it; a great combination of learning and leisure.

Your child(ren) will make progress in the water thanks to professional supervision, with groups adapted to their level, whether they are beginners or improving their skills. 

WHO: Children from 5 years old

WHEN: During the spring/carnival school holidays, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Fleraqua swimming pool, 20 Rue Marie Joyle, Mons (Havré)

MORE INFORMATION: Here

WHAT ELSE: Fleraqua also offers swimming lessons for children ages 3+ and adults, baby swimming lessons for 6 months upwards, birthday parties, aquabike classes, pilates, aquatic preparation for birth and room or pool rental, with many more activities coming soon 

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

Brunssum: Military Wives Choir

 

The Brunssum Military Wives Choir (MWC) meet on Thursdays 7-9pm in the Chapel at JFC Brunssum during AF North School term time.

The choir is open to all women with a military connection, there's no auditions and no experience needed. The choir is a great way to meet others and enjoy some sociable singing each week.

Please see here for more details if you're interested in joining, or you can visit the Brunssum MWC Facebook Page.

Our first rehearsal back for new term will be Wednesday 21st January (then next week it will be back to Thursdays) at JFC Brunssum Chapel. New and existing members all very welcome.

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Gov.UK Armed Forces Pensions Update: Pension Scams

The over-arching link for all Armed Forces Pensions information can be found at: https://www.gov.uk/guidance/pensions-and-compensation-for-veterans

Link to Pension Scams

Steps to stay scam safe

'Travel to Refuge' scheme - free travel for those fleeing domestic abuse.

Travel to Refuge is an umbrella scheme in which travel companies cover the cost of train or coach tickets for women, men and children escaping domestic abuse travelling to refuge accommodation. It’s made up of two schemes:

Rail to Refuge, a joint initiative between Women’s Aid and the Rail Delivery Group, set up in April 2020, providing free rail travel for survivors of abuse. Road to Refuge, a joint initiative between Women’s Aid and National Express, set up in 2023, providing free coach travel for survivors of abuse.

For more information please visit: Travel to Refuge

BELGIUM: Pairi Daizi Re-Opens on Saturday 7th February 2026

After its annual closure period for maintenance, Pairi Daiza is due to re-open on Saturday 7th February 2026.

Have you visited the zoo yet? Coined the best zoo in Europe, Pairi Daiza is a zoo and a resort all in one. Set in the grounds of an old Cistercian Cambron Abbey, you will find over 7,500 animals from all 7 continents across the globe, beautiful gardens and impressive exhibits dotted throughout the zoo.

The Pairi Daiza Foundation are huge advocates for conservation, support scientific research & education and seek to protect & restore nature. They are involved in multiple conservation and research projects across the globe and have reintroduced & supported the Yellow-Bellied Toad and European Tree Frog populations here in Wallonia.

At the zoo itself, they have thought of environmentally supportive measures too, like the insect homes in all the Recycling and Waste bin casing and Solar Panelling covering the car park (genius idea, keeping cars cooler in Summer and drier in winter!).

The Pairi Daiza Resort also enables you to spend a night close to the animals. From hobbit houses in the Last Frontier and face-to-face rooms in the Penguin House to farmyard views from the Farmhouse Lodges and newly added windowed rooms into Shark Cove, there is something for everyone.

New for 2026 is Edenya, the recently completed (and world's largest at four hectares) Tropical Greenhouse which is home to Jaguars, Tapirs, Sharks, Manatees, Butterflies and more. Don't miss the Subaquatic Caves, the Dry Forest or the Suspended Walkways and to complete your visit, lunch in the Abyss, a unique underwater restaurant, has to be an absolute must.

Pairi Daizi hold two incredible annual light shows, one for Halloween and one for Christmas. In October, the zoo becomes a haven of enchanting decorations, animations and performances with visitors coming bedecked in their finest Halloween Costumes. 

The animals even join in with the celebrations as they enjoy some seasonal treats. 

From late-November until early-January, as the sun sets, the zoo is transformed in a magical world lit up by illuminated animals, video mappings and thousands of fairy lights. You will also see the Illuminated Train travelling the zoo, can visit Santa's Post Office and enjoy the Christmas Market in the Land of the Cold.

An annual ticket is a popular choice among Shapians; being only 20 minutes up the road, the annual access enables a quick after school visit to burn off steam, leisurely strolls on an otherwise quiet day or a full on day trip. The Halloween and Christmas Spectacles are all covered with the ticket and it will even give you 10% off purchases in the refreshment stalls, gifts shops and eateries throughout the zoo!

Parking is €12 per day, so adding that to the Membership is also a top tip.

If you haven't made it to Pairi Daiza yet, be sure to put in on your to-do list when it re-opens in February.

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

BRUNEI: NAAFI - Chautari Menu

Chautari Menu

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE. 

BRUNEI: Discipline - Muslim Customs in Brunei

DISCIPLINE - MUSLIM CUSTOMS IN BRUNEI 

1. It is against the law of Brunei to: 

a. Give alcoholic beverages to Muslims. 

b. Have sexual intimacy or any other relations with a married or unmarried Muslim woman. 

c. Gamble in public. 

2. If any service person is in contravention of these specific laws of Brunei, he/she will automatically have disciplinary proceedings taken against him/her irrespective of whether the Brunei Government demands his deportation or not.

Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.

Brunei: SSAFA Health Watch Week - When health information needs more than translation

In British Forces Brunei, SSAFA, the Armed Forces charity, supports families through its Community Health Team by helping ensure health information is understood, culturally appropriate and meaningful. For some families living overseas, access to health advice is not just about language, but about how information is explained, framed and discussed.

Health information is most effective when families can relate it to their own experiences and cultural understanding. In British Forces Brunei, much of SSAFA’s Community Health Team work supports Gurkha families, where Nepali cultural and linguistic context shapes how some health concepts are understood and discussed.

Germany: Take A Hike

We are blessed with some fantastic trails in our area of Germany. Though the weather may stay cold in the next week or so it should also stay dry. 

The English language version of the Tutoburger wald website is a fantastic tool for finding hikes and days out in our part of Germany. Not far from us we have the low mountains of the Tutoburg forest and the Egge mountains. 

If you wanted to get started on the local trails here are some routes for hiking.

Brunssum: Street Jump Heerlen - Indoor Trampoline Park

 

Largest indoor trampoline park in Heerlen and the surrounding area. 40+ trampolines and 8 different areas.

You can choose to jump for 1, 1.5 or 2 hours.

BELGIUM: Claim your VAT back from UK Amazon orders to the BFPO address

 

Did you know that you can claim back your VAT from UK Amazon orders that have been delivered to the Belgium BFPO 26 address?

To claim back your VAT you need to email vat-refund-requests@amazon.co.uk.

Below is a basic draft email for you to copy and edit. Once you’ve written your email, you need to send it to: vat-refund-requests@amazon.co.uk to claim back your VAT from UK Amazon orders to the BFPO address.