NAPLES: Fitness Schedule - Support Site - August

 

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NAPLES: New fitness regime at Support Site - Classes resume

 

SEPTEMBER

• In September our weekly Ballet, Modern Dance, Judo and Jiu Jitsu classes resume
• "Bend and Brew" @ CAPO, 9/23 @ 0700.  Yoga and Breakfast.  Must preregister at an NSA Naples fitness facility
• "Inversions Workshop" @ SS, 9/29 @ 1530.  Yoga Inversion workshop. Part of "Sip 'N' Stretch" series
• FFR "Step Forward for Prevention 5K" @ SS, 9/30 @ 1700.

OCTOBER

• EFMP Chair Yoga @ SS, 10/15 @ 1000.  Open to all
• FAP Zumba-thon @ SS 10/19 @1500. 
• Zombie Run and "Harvest Fest" @ Carney Park, 9/24, 1600

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Gov.uk: Childcare for Service children "Moving to England from overseas or within the UK"

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.

BRUNEI: Correct Procedure to Report Crime

Correct Procedure to Report Crime

1. Any incidents of criminal activity within the Garrison Area, all members of BFB are reminded that such matters should be reported to the RMP, Civilian Police and Duty Officer as soon as possible (not days or weeks after the event has taken place). Any delay in reporting to the Police Authorities will hinder appropriate measures against further criminal activity.

Gibraltar: Annual Fair 21 - 29 August

 

The Gibraltar Fair starts on Friday 21st and continues until Saturday 29th August. Fair Ground rides will be a fixed price of £3 and there will be a free Family Entertainment Pavillion where you can watch local performers and purchase food and drink. This year the event returns to Mid-Town to the ex-Rooke site. 

SHAPE: Base Support Group Newcomers Briefing, Thursday 27th August 2026 09:30-10:45

The next of the four 2026 Newcomer's Briefs held by SHAPE Base Support Group is coming up.

This is an informative brief that serves to help you and your family to acclimate to your new community here on SHAPE; with 32 NATO member nations and additional partner and military cooperation nations represented at SHAPE, it truly is a diverse community.

Held in the Alliance Auditorium (Cinema), you with learn all about life on SHAPE, Morale & Welfare Facilities, Med Centre Provision and more. These also include a Guided Tour into Mons and can be undertaken on the same day or at a subsequent session, but a seat will need to reserved in advance. There is even a glass of bubbles on the Mons Tour!

WHEN: Thursday 27th August, 09:30 - 10:45, Tour of Mons follows.

WHERE: The Alliance Auditorium (Cinema)
HOW: Book your place HERE.

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BRUNEI: PCMF and Dental Centre - Hospital Admission Notification

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.

PMCF can be contacted via the below number:

PCMF civilian line - 322 4893

PCMF military ext line - 3224101 Ext 3226

During out of office hours, our duty nurse can be reached via
+673 833 0246.

Dental can be contacted via the below number:

Dental military ext line - 3224101 Ext 3354

Dental mobile number - 8301856

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BRUNEI: BFB Gymnasium - Use the QR Code to Sign In

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.

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BRUNEI: Speak Out - Unacceptable Behaviours Helpline

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)).

(2) The Unit Welfare Officer (UWO).

(3) The unit Padre or relevant World Faith Chaplain (Buddhist, Hindu, Jewish, Muslim and Sikh).

(4) The Speak Out Confidential unacceptable behaviour Helpline, Tel: 0306 7704656 or 96770 4656. Email: Army-Speakout@mod.gov.uk, Monday to Friday 08:30hrs to 17:00hrs.

2. All personnel are entitled to consult the Service Complaints Ombudsman (SCO) directly if they believe that their complaint has not been handled correctly, or they feel unable to complain through their own unit. Telephone: 020 7877 3450, Email: contact@servicecomplaintsombudsman.gsi.gov.uk

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BRUNEI: BFBS TV, Radio & App

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