Please be advised that the DIO Store will be closed this week due to staff absence.
This affects routine collections, including:
🗑️ Bin bags
🧂 Salt
📦 Other standard store items
The store is scheduled to reopen on Monday 24 August.
✅ There should be no urgent requirements that cannot wait until the store reopens. However, if you have any concerns or believe you have an urgent need, please contact the Helpdesk for assistance.
Thank you for your understanding.
References:
Reporting crime and wrongdoing
If you or someone else are in immediate danger or you need support right away, always call 993 if in Brunei (or 999 if in the UK).
If you wish to report a crime committed by a person or persons subject to Service law/discipline, and wish to remain anonymous, this can now be reported through the charity Crimestoppers.
🔥 Batteries do not belong in the trash!
Many everyday items like headphones, e-cigarettes, and tools have batteries. If you throw them in the regular garbage, they can get crushed and start dangerous fires. This puts waste workers and your neighbourhood in danger!
Paderborn's Waste Management (ASP) needs your help to stay safe:
👉 Visit the ASP website to learn more.
The Self Determination for Gibraltar Group (SDGG), in conjunction with Gibraltar Cultural Services (GCS), is pleased to announce the programme of events for this year’s National Day, to be held on Thursday 10th September at Casemates Square, John Mackintosh Square and Governor’s Parade.
Celebrations will begin at 9.30am with live music at various locations throughout Main Street. The programme is as follows:
A 50-seat stand and wheelchair viewing platform will be available at Casemates Square for persons with reduced mobility. For more information and requirements, email info@culture.gi, no later than Friday 28th August.
A separate 50-seat stand for the elderly will be available on a first come, first served basis.
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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.
The next of the four 2026 Newcomer's Briefs held by SHAPE Base Support Group is coming up.
Hospital Admission Notification
Service Personnel are reminded to contact the Duty Nurse on WhatsApp +673 8330246 if they or their family are admitted to hospital. This allows the PCMF team to liaise with the hospital to ensure you receive optimal care.
BFB Gymnasium is aiming to reduce paper usage. As a result, a QR Code has been provided for sign-in at the entrance of the gymnasium, as shown in the picture above. Please use the QR code to sign in.
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
Speak Out - Unacceptable Behaviours Helpline
1. All personnel are to be made aware of help that is available in the event that they believe they are being subjected to unacceptable behaviour. The range of help, advice and guidance includes the following:
a. As a first step, personnel should speak to their immediate line manager or higher commander. If approaching the immediate Chain of Command is difficult for any reason help can be sought in confidence from a number of other sources:
(1) The unit Diversity and Inclusion Advisors (D&I(A)) or Practitioner (D&I(P)).
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King's Camp – Parent/Carer Feedback Request
As King's Camp has now ended, we'd be grateful if all parents and carers could take a few minutes to complete our short, anonymous feedback survey.
Your feedback is incredibly important. It helps us understand what worked well, identify areas for improvement, and, crucially, provides evidence that supports future funding applications so that we can continue offering opportunities like this for our community.
If your child attended King's Camp, please complete the survey here: Post-
Activity Parent/Carer Feedback Kings Camp – Summer Holiday Camp (July 2026)
📱 Alternatively, you can scan the QR code attached.
Thank you for taking the time to share your views and help shape future programmes.
Information provided by SHAPE HIVE.
