BELGIUM: CHAT HV Programme at SHAPE House, Coming Soon

SSAFA's CHAT HV program is coming soon to SHAPE House. 

This program gives military families access to informal parental support whilst also giving them the opportunity to build friendships and support networks. SSAFA recognise that parenting can be a lonely experience and for some in remote military locations this can be exacerbated by local practices. This program aims to break this barriers down.

Although Florence the Health Visitor will be in attendance, any discussions will be parent-led with the opportunity to have some Health Visitor support if needed.

These sessions are open to anyone across the UK military network. 

More information to follow!

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NAPLES: Support Site Pool and Carney Park pools open Friday 22 May 2026

Get your swim suits ready!

Support site pool and Carney Park pools open Friday 22 May 2026

Take a look at the pools here Opening Times

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NAPLES: Memorial Day Weekend Specials

 

Special Offers

Strikers Entertainment Centre - Discounted bowling per person/per hour including shoes

Carney Park Golf Course - FREE small bucket of balls

Reel Times 2 Cinema - FREE Medium popcorn with every movie purchase

Carney Park Campground and Cabins - BOGOF - Buy one night - Get one free

Bella Napoli Food Court - Open Saturday and Sunday - Closed Monday for maintenance

More information Special Offers

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NAPLES: Sassi "Stones" of Matera

 

Matera is one of the most unusual cities in southern Italy, built into cliffs with thousands of cave dwellings known as sassi. What makes Matera stand out is how people lived in these Matera cave homes for centuries, often in poor conditions until they were abandoned in mid 20th century. In recent decades, restoration has turned Matera into a UNESCO World Heritage site and a destination for travellers who want something very different from the coastal towns of Puglia.

The city is divided into two main sassi districts: Sassi Barisano and Sasso Caveosa. Both are worth visiting, and you can cover them in one long day of walking. Sasso Barisano has more hotels, restaurants, and shops, so it feels more developed. Sasso Caveoso is rougher with many caves still looking untouched, which gives you a stronger impression of how people once lived here. Walking between the two districts involves steep climbs and uneven stone paths, so wearing sturdy shoes is essential.

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NAPLES: Daily Tours available at SG Tours throughout June

 

For reservations and details, please visit www.sg-tours.com

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NAPLES: The Path of the Gods - A Must do whilst living in Lago Patria

 

The Path of the Gods, he Sentiero degli Dei, between Bomerano and Positano on the Amalfi Coast is a high level path that traverses the cliff face above the coast with continuous views of the Gulf of Salerno, the Faraglioni rock of Capri visible offshore, and the terraced villages of the coast below.

The path is one of the most celebrated walks in Italy. The path is approximately 8 Kilometres one way and is best walked east to west with the sun behind you in the afternoon.
Those who walk the Sentiero degli Dei in May or October when the path is less crowded and the light is at its best describe it as the finest coastal walking experience available in Italy and say the views rival anything available on any coastal path in Europe.

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NAPLES: What's on at the Cinema?

 

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BRUNEI: Passport Renewal and UK Visa Application Information

PASSPORT RENEWAL

1. All BFB Service Personnel are advised to apply for passport renewal at least nine months prior to the passport’s expiry date. Please note that the OGS stamp expires six months before passport expiry, which will restrict overseas travel for operational and exercise deployments, as well as in emergency situations.

a. British Passports Renewal. All applications for UK passports, whether personnel are serving in the UK or overseas, must be submitted online via the GOV.UK website. The applications submitted from overseas will be deemed as MOD FOC applications. Therefore, all BFB Service Personnel are required to seek guidance from their respective Coy MPAs prior to submitting application.

b. Nepali Passports Renewal. The BFB will periodically coordinate with the Nepal Embassy in Kuala Lumpur to conduct Passport and Consular Camps in Brunei. If applications are required outside of these scheduled camps, SPs must consult their Coy MPAs for advice.

2. All Service Personnel are reminded that claim submissions must be made within 91 days from the date of the expense.

UK VISA APPLICATION

1. The BFB Service Personnel whose spouses do not hold a UK visa are advised to apply for a UK visa at the earliest opportunity. This is essential to facilitate travel to the UK in the event of an emergency. They are required to seek guidance from their respective Coy MPAs prior to submitting application.

2. All Service Personnel are reminded that claim submissions must be made within 91 days from the date of the expense.

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BRUNEI: Visa Application Guide - Leave to Enter & Indefinite Leave to Enter - Procedures and Requirements

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Slide 1 - Leave to Enter – Procedures and requirements. Link.

Slide 2 - Indefinite Leave to Enter – Procedures and requirements. Link.

PoC – WO2 Bhishma Jabegu, RAWO 2RGR
Email: Bhishma.Jabegu402@mod.gov.uk

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BRUNEI: Do you have a visa or consular issue? Please follow the correct procedure....

CONSULAR AND VISA ISSUES

All consular and visa applications relating to SPs’ service in Brunei are processed through the Garrison RAO Dept, with the RAWO as the Garrison lead. All applications, and any issues arising from them, must be processed through the RAO Dept to ensure that the CoC can manage applications on their behalf.

Applications from BFB are processed by either the High Commission in Kuala Lumpur or direct through the Home Office. The British High Commission in Brunei do not process any visa or consular applications and are not able to assist SP with them. SP must not email the BHC in Brunei direct but should direct any issues to the RAWO, who will then engage with outside agencies to expedite applications or resolve issues where necessary.

Please email all enquiries through to 2RGR RAWO: Bhishma.Jabegu402@mod.gov.uk

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