Brunssum: Cycling in Zuid-Limburg

 

There is much to discover when you cycle through Zuid-Limburg. The network of cycling routes takes you through the forests, heaths and along the water. There may some challenging hills, but you will be rewarded with beautiful views all over the region.

For maps and useful information about popular routes, click here

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Brunssum: AI Skills for Military Partners hosted by BFBS Academy

AI Skills for Military Partners hosted by BFBS Academy.

This is a first‑of‑its‑kind AI skills course, created especially for military spouses and partners, and it is:

Completely FREE
Open to all levels – no prior AI or technical experience needed
Focused on practical, real‑life skills

Participants will explore what AI is, how it is already being used, and how these skills can support learning, personal development, and future opportunities - whatever their background or aspirations.

As part of the programme, the BFBS Academy team will also be delivering a series of free, live and interactive webinars, starting in March 2026.

These sessions will give spouses and partners the chance to learn directly from experts, ask questions, and build confidence in using AI in everyday life.

Details of how to register to take part can be found at:
https://sms.bfbs.com/course/ai-skills-for-military-partners

We would be incredibly grateful if you could share this opportunity as widely as possible, using all the methods and channels available to you. This is a fantastic chance to reach and empower a wide range of military partners and spouses across our communities.

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Defence UK Nursery Authority (UKNA) – launches Sept 2026

To access any document links, please view the document online here.

Further information will follow in due course, but please contact HIVE with any queries in the meantime.

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.

Brussels - Click here for the Overseas Location Guide.

Brussels - Local Location Guide from the Belgium HIVE.

SHAPE - Click here for the Overseas Location Guide.

SHAPE - Local Location Guide from the Belgium HIVE.

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


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

Call: +47 (0)1611 678


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

Call: +44 (0)7974 287738

NAPLES: British Forces Clinic Update re Meningitis B outbreak

 💉British Forces Clinic Update 💉

 

We’re aware of the current Meningitis B outbreak in the UK and understand that this may be worrying for some families.

At present, guidance from the UKHSA indicates that this is a localised outbreak linked to the University of Kent, specifically involving individuals who attended Club Chemistry between 5–7 March 2026. Those identified as being at risk will be contacted directly by the appropriate authorities.

 

The situation is being closely monitored by UKHSA, the NHS, the Defence Public Health Unit, and Defence Primary Healthcare.

https://www.gov.uk/government/news/cases-of-invasive-meningococcal-disease-confirmed-in-kent

 

At this time, there are no plans to offer the Meningitis B vaccine outside of the affected area, and vaccinations will continue in line with the NHS routine immunisation schedule only. Should there be any changes to current guidance, we will share updates and any necessary actions as soon as possible.

 

📞If you would like to discuss any concerns, please arrange an appointment with a nurse by calling us on +39 081 721 2336.

❗For families with children attending boarding schools in the UK, we kindly ask that any queries are directed to the GP practice where your child is registered, as we do not have access to their medical records. This helps ensure safe and consistent care.

🖥️For more information on symptoms and meningococcal disease, please visit the NHS website. https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/meningitis/

 

Thank you for your support, BFC. 🩵

Information provided by NAPLES HIVE

NAPLES: NEW Vacancy - Learning Support Assistant - Closing Date 10 April 2026

 

DEPENDANT EMPLOYMENT VACANCY  

 British Forces School - NAPLES  

Learning Support Assistant at British Forces School Naples 

2 or 2Q (Qualified) 

 

There is a vacancy for a Learning Support Assistant within BFS Naples School. The employment contract will be for 25 hours term time only.  

 

The initial casual hourly rate of pay for an unqualified LSA2 – 1 is € 14.63 whilst the casual hourly rate of pay for a qualified LSA2-1 is € 16.83.  

 

This job vacancy advert is intended for family members of UK Military personnel or of UK Ministry Defence civilian employees referred to in Article 1 of the NATO SOFA.  

The Post is not open to others. 

 

The British Forces School Naples caters for children aged between 3 and 11 years.  

 

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. 

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  

 

Once filled in, the application may be sent to the same address:  

GSO-Italy-LEC_HRRecruitment@mod.gov.uk 

 

 

Closing date and time for applications is 17.00 hrs 10/04/2026. Please be aware that in line with GSO recruitment policy, shortlisting will take place prior to interviews.  GSO recruitment policy will be observed at all times. 

 

 

  

Melanie Anne Giannolo 

Melanie Anne Giannolo 

Civilian Personnel Officer Italy 18/03/2026  

Information provided by NAPLES HIVE