Brunei: BFB Education Learning Centre - A1 & B1 Registration Dates for the Spouses

A1 & B1 Registration dates for the spouses.

Test : 13th October 2024

Closing registration : 07th October 2024 by 2pm

Test : 17th November 2024

Closing registration : 11th November 2024 by 2pm

Test : 1st December 2024

Closing registration : 25th November 2024 by 2pm

Test : 19th January 2025

Closing registration : 13th January 2025 by 2pm

Test : 16th February 2025

Closing registration : 10th February 2025 by 2pm

POC: Rina Matari | Learning Centre Manager

For any questions, please call +673-3224101 Ext 3797 or send an email to bruneielc@dgw365.onmicrosoft.com

Brunei: SSO Support Pack - a complete guide for BFB families and those newly assigned to Brunei

SUPPORT SERVICE ORGANISATION (SSO) Support Pack

Support Service Organisation (SSO) Brunei has produced this complete resource pack to support BFB families and newly assigned service personnel and families moving to Brunei. The pack covers...

SFA information on entitlement, availability, CAAS bandings, type & the application process
Pets in SFA information & your obligations
March in and out information
Amah Process and your obligations
Rules and processes regarding visitors staying at your SFA

Plus much more! 

Click HERE to access the full resources pack. (NB. If viewing from MODNet, links may not be accessible, try a standalone computer/smartphone)

Visitor Visit Application Form - Visa Required

Visitor Visit Application Form - NO Visa Required

SSO main function is to:

Support the Accommodation of all new incoming service persons/families assigned to Brunei.

Assist in providing arrival information and administration support to the service person to help prepare for a move to Brunei in order to assist with a smooth transition.

SFA allocation - availability, entitlement and priority. 

On receipt of an assignment order to BFB, SSO Housing Clerk is the key contact to provide you with the arrival packs and administrative forms.

Housing Clerk

Email: BruneiGarSpSvcsHousingClk@mod.gov.uk

Civ Tel: +673 3224101 Ext 3253

Civ Fax: +673 3223423

Housing Rental Clerk

Email: BruneiGarSpSvcsHousingRentClk@mod.gov.uk

Civ Tel: +673 3224101 Ext 3208

The HIVE Information Support Officers (HISOs) are available to help if you require any further information: BruneiGarSpSvcsHIVEMailbox@mod.gov.

Brunei: SFA Fault Repair Reporting

SFA Fault Repair Reporting

In order to ensure our Service Family Accommodation (SFA) remain sustainable and operational, could all occupants report faults for repair in a timely manner and as soon as there is a fault. Do not accumulate faults and do not wait to report them all at the same time as it results in the SFA going out of occupation for a long period.

Click HERE for DIO Helpdesk Telephone Operating Hours

Brunei: AWS Community Support - Families Club *date changed* - Saturday, 18th January 2025, 1030 - 1200 hrs @ Mumong Community Centre

The Date for the Families Club has been changed from 25th January to 18th January 2025.

Brunei: AWS Community Support Activities - What's On in BFB...

Please click here for Annual Registration: 2025 Annual Registration Form.

Chit Chat Calendar - Chit Chat Community Centre
Mumong Calendar - Mumong Community Centre

To join AWS BFB Community Facebook group scan the QR Code or Click Link - Join BFB Facebook group

View PowerPoints of all sessions - All AWS CS Activities/Sessions

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Brunei: AWS Community Support - Youth Club Transport Timings

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Brunei: AWS Community Support - Contact details

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New Defence survey for those in a Long Term Relationship

If you’re in a Long Term Relationship (LTR) with a Service person, Defence would like to hear your views and experiences about Service family life. 

Defence has launched a pilot survey to better understand the experiences of Long Term Relationship partners, including dual-serving partners, of serving personnel. This survey is anonymous and closes on Monday 3 February 2025.

Please note that this survey is open to the entire LTR population, and is separate to the LTR Overseas pilot scheme survey that is also currently ongoing.

What do you like about Service life? What can be improved?

Your feedback will help Defence to deliver the UK Armed Forces Families Strategy (2022-32), which drives policy and initiatives in areas such as family healthcare, education and accommodation.

Your feedback will also help Defence to develop eligibility for support, allowances, and accommodation to those in couple relationships. 

How to complete the survey 

This survey can be completed using a Google Chrome or Microsoft Edge web browser: https://www.tools.mod.uk/surveys-ltr/.

To access the survey, please enter your partner’s Service number as the ‘token’ or 'access code'. Please be assured that Service numbers are not linked to responses and is only needed as a security precaution. Dual serving couples will also need to enter their partner's Service number.

This survey will take approximately 10 – 15 minutes to complete.

Every response counts

We want to hear from as many of you as possible, so we can make informed decisions that will have the most benefit for you, and the wider LTR community. Your responses will also be used to inform how we communicate with you in the future.

Rail sale offers up to half price discounts on over 2 million tickets

From 14 to 20 January 2025, selected advance and off-peak fares will go on sale at up to 50% off for travel between 17 January and 31 March 2025.

As part of this year’s rail sale, thousands of popular routes across almost all UK train operators, including Transport for Wales and ScotRail, will be offering discounted tickets with journeys spreading the length and breadth of Great Britain.

Discounted rail ticket prices will apply to journeys made between 17 January and 31 March 2025 across Great Britain.

The sale is now live with tickets available through the Rail Delivery Group’s microsite or through individual train operators until 20 January.

For further information: Back and bigger than ever: rail sale offers up to half price discounts on over 2 million tickets - GOV.UK

National Transition Event, Silverstone, 24 Feb 25

‘Bringing together a community of communities’: Registration now open for the National Transition Event at Silverstone on 24 Feb!

Now in its 6th year, the National Transition Event (NTE) brings together Service Leavers, Veterans, Reservists, spouses & partners and family members to aid successful, sustainable transition & networking opportunities, recognising, demonstrating and celebrating the value of the Armed Forces. It uses the backdrop of the iconic GP racetrack to offer a unique event giving those attending a way to find out about careers and roles across different industry sectors while having a memorable day.

NEW for NTE25 is an invitation for 16–18-year-old Cadets to come along and hear about the opportunities open to them in the job market, apprenticeships and training.

This is the largest event of this kind in the UK and you are invited!

Within the five large Exhibitor Halls there will be exhibitors from sectors including Automotive, Renewable, Manufacturing, Agriculture, Professional Services, Construction, Engineering, Project Management, Cyber, Digital & AI, Facilities Management to name a few. In addition, there will be small business support, CV writing, interview techniques and LinkedIn advice; government and charity support services; a Family Zone and training & apprenticeship information.

Three reasons to attend:

1. The UK’s largest Armed Forces community event of its kind – feel welcome and have your valuable skills understood

2. Over 200 exhibitors wanting to share their knowledge and insight into the world of work – including meeting many veterans, reservists & family members working in industry

3. The Troops’ Track Day– run by Mission Motorsport on the GP Circuit To Register for free simply click this Eventbrite link here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-national-transition-event-2025-tickets-1086959307549?aff=oddtdtcreator

A) Social media suggested posts:

Calling all members of the Armed Forces community. The National Transition Event returns to Silverstone on 24 Feb. To register for free, hit this link: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-national-transition-event-2025-tickets-1086959307549?aff=oddtdtcreator

#NTE25