Generic and local information for the UK Military Community, including Serving Personnel, their Families, Veterans, and MOD Civilians, when considering an overseas post or already based overseas
Thursday, September 24, 2026
Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment: 151 Executive Officer roles across Scotland and NE England – closing date 07 Oct
DWP welcome applications from veterans, reservists, their family members and currently serving personnel looking to transition into civilian life..
Civil Service Jobs links with further information on the roles available, and application details:
Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Northeast England (Ref: 780) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - Northeast Scotland (Ref: 779) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - East and Central Scotland (Ref: 778) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
Universal Credit Job Centre - Work Coach - South West Scotland (Ref: 777) - Civil Service Jobs - GOV.UK
The closing date is 07 Oct.
Brunssum: Out and About Coffee Morning
BRUNEI: AWS Community Support - BFB Local Handmade & Food Stall Bazaar Friday 25th September 2026, 1400 - 1700 hrs @ Chit Chat Community Centre
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: BFB Children's Library - Big Bazaar Sale Monday, 25th 2026, 1400 - 1700 PM @ CCCC
We’re excited to be part of the Community Big Bazaar Sale.
The BFB Children’s Library will have a stall featuring pre-loved toys in great condition at amazing prices. π§Έπ Perfect for little ones looking for something new to play with while giving much-loved toys a new home.
π 25 September 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
π Chit Chat Community Centre
π A little favour from our community — please share this with your Aama’s,and friends and invite them to come alongπ₯°π️
Thank you
children’s library ππ»
Information provided by BRUNEI HIVE.
BRUNEI: BFSWS ‘Togetherness’ A Parenting Course - Starting from Thursday, 01st October 2026. Every Tuesday & Thursday, 09:00 - 10:30 AM @ BFSWS Training Room, CCCC
Every Tuesdays and Thursdays.
The course will take place face to face at the BFSWS(O) training room .
A chance for parents to share their experiences and learn at the same time.
Certificate will be handed upon the completion of the course.
BRUNEI: BFB Children's Library - Dashain Creative Competition Submission by Friday, 16th October 2026
DASHAIN CREATIVE COMPETITION
Calling all our BFB Community Stars
We invite all our little stars to take part in this exciting competition, get creative, have fun and show us your amazing talents.
Exciting prizes for Top 5 winners, and every participant will receive a certificate.
let’s make this Dashain extra special and fun together
Children’s Library
BRUNEI: Pre - Departure Clinic *Next Date* - Monday, 12th October 2026, 1000 - 1100 hrs @ Chit Chat HIVE Office

Please note the date has changed from 7 October 2026 to 12 October due to BFB Quarterly Spouse's Coffee Morning.
This session will cover the Good Conduct Certificate process, how to claim National Insurance Contribution credits, support whilst moving schools, plus much more - and a one stop checklist of things to add to your to do list before leaving British Forces Brunei!
This is a drop-in clinic, no appointment required.
For further information: www.internationalhive.blogspot.com
Simply search the labels: Brunei Unit Move or Relocation
Brunei: Dental Centre Update for Routine Clinics
During this period, our clinical capacity will be reduced by 50%. As a result, routine services will be limited, and there may be some unplanned disruption or changes to appointments.
We will continue to provide:
- Emergency dental appointments
- Priority appointments for Service personnel deploying on exercise, operations or training
- Currently booked in appointments are to go ahead as normal
BRUNEI: BFB Quarterly Spouses Coffee Morning - Wednesday 7th October 2026, 0930 - 1200 hrs @ CCCC
Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Brunssum: SSAFA Health Visitor Q&A
Florence, the SSAFA Health Visitor for GSO, is coming to assess the needs of the community regarding health visiting. She will be at Tea and Toast on Wednesday 7th October to answer questions and see if there are any improvements that can be made to address any concerns.
If you have any questions regarding health visiting at Brunssum, whether you moved here with a young child, you had a baby whilst living here, or you are planning a pregnancy here, please come along to speak to Florence.
No health visitor services will be conducted, this is purely a Q&A session.
Information provided by Brunssum HIVE.


