BELGIUM: Brussels Flower Carpet, Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th August 2026

The Flower Carpet returns this month for its 24th Edition!

Don't miss this beautiful display, of over 1650 square metres of begonias, dahlias, grass and bark in the capital.

WHEN: Thursday 13th to Sunday 16th August 2026

WHERE: Grand Place, Brussels
MORE INFORMATION: Here

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

Nexus Project: Summer Newsletter

Nexus is a three-year project funded by the Armed Forces Covenant Trust. The project aims to improve support, resources and access to services for young carers within armed forces families.

Welcome to the summer edition of the Nexus newsletter, where you will find information about:
Staff updates
Youth Voice updates
Young Carers Festival 2026
Professionals network including: Nexus webinar series
Project Closure: Resource and Training Needs
New Resources
Upcoming resources & Project Legacy
Useful linksTo read the newsletter in full please go to: Nexus Summer Newsletter 2026

BELGIUM: Festive Family Fun Weekend at Waterloo, 15th and 16th August 2026

A spectacular adventure is coming to Waterloo this summer!

For the first time, a zipline is launching from the top of the Lion's Mound! For two days only, a range of awesome activities will be on offer for some fabulous family fun. Come and enjoy:

• Bouncy Castles
• Giant Zip Line
• Climbing Wall
• Pony Rides
• Historical Animations with Re-enactments
• Rifle and Cannon Demonstrations

And this is all included in the ticket entrance price - Under 10's go free!

WHEN: Saturday 15th and Sunday 16th August 2026
WHERE: The Domain of Waterloo
TICKETS: here

Information provided by SHAPE HIVE

NAPLES : Where to buy school uniforms

  

 

 

 

 

  

Naples School Uniforms  

 

 

  

School uniforms can be purchased locally, in Naples, but are often cheaper in the UK. The uniform can be worn without logos.  

 

Places to buy in Naples  

 

Use google maps for exact locations and directions.  

 

Uniformi e Divise Napoli, Traversa Nuova Marina no 8 Palazzo Gentile 11 piano, 80133 Napoli  

 

Naples Uniform Store 13020 Livingston Rd, Ste 12 Naples FL 34105 

 

Primark, Centro Commerciale, Campania SS Sannitica 87, 81025 Caserta  

 

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Defence News Update: Service Prosecuting Authority - Independent and informed

Service Prosecuting Authority: Independent and informed

Nine months into the job, Director of Service Prosecutions, Mary Cowe reflects on her role and the work of the Service Prosecuting Authority within the Service Justice System.

I became the Director of Service Prosecutions in October 2025, attracted to a role where I feel I can make a real difference. The Service Prosecuting Authority (SPA) is small – with 48 members of staff, including 18 prosecutors – but its work has significant stature.

If the SPA is a new acronym for you, it is essentially the Armed Forces' equivalent of the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS) – dealing only with suspects subject to service law and service discipline.

Serve & Protect Credit Union: Financial wellbeing information

Serve and Protect Credit Union is available to Service community employees as part of their financial wellbeing offering.

The not-for-profit organisation offers the option to save regularly through payroll and access responsible borrowing if needed.

Prepare for every stage of life

From managing everyday costs to preparing for major life moments, having the right support can make a real difference.

That’s why Serve and Protect want to remind you of one of the staff benefits you can access – Serve and Protect Credit Union. Whether you’re saving, planning ahead or managing life changes, support is available.

Visit the Serve and Protect website for more info: sandpcu.co.uk/plan-ahead

Brunssum: Vacancy at AFNorth

For an application form please see this link.

Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.

Brunei: CAAS Banding for SFA Charges

Dear All SFA Occupants,

During the Summer Stand Down period, a CAAS Banding for SFA Charges letter will be delivered to your address.

Please review the letter carefully, as your SFA charge may change following the assessment. If you have any concerns or believe the information is incorrect, please follow the guidance and appeals procedure outlined within the letter.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Information provided by Brunei HIVE.

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 272 Dispute Resolution Service Decision Maker roles across the UK – closing date 12 Aug

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) have a total of 272 Executive Officer (EO) roles across the UK within their Dispute Resolution Service. These vacancies may be of interest to Service leavers, veterans and Service community members looking at Civil Service roles.

Civil Service Jobs link with further information on the role and locations available, and application details:

Dispute Resolution Services – Universal Credit Decision Maker - Executive Officer - National (Ref 772) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK

The closing date is 12 Aug.

DIO: Families First Issue 40 Published

To read this issue online, and any back issues, please go to: Families First newsletter – Defence Homes

Don’t forget that you can also sign up to receive Families First and other email updates from DIO Defence Homes, direct to your own inbox – please go to this link to subscribe: https://defencehomes.mod.gov.uk/newsletter-landing-page/