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Brunei: Owners must register their dogs - next registration starts March 2023

Dog owners in Brunei must register their pets. The next registration year starts in March 2023. 

The ministry states that this applies to dogs aged three months and above. The licence can be obtained at the payment counters of the Bandar Seri Begawan (BSB) Municipal Department, Kuala Belait and Seri Municipal Department, and Tutong Municipal Department.

The counter will be open from 8am to noon and 1.30pm to 3pm Monday to Thursday and from 7.45am to 10am on Saturday.

Under Section 4, Chapter 60 of the Dogs Act, it is an offence to own an unregistered canine pet. If found guilty, the owner will be charged a BND250 fine or face 14 days of imprisonment for the first offence, and a BND500 fine or one month’s imprisonment for the second and subsequent offences.

The MoHA said registered dogs should have a tag around the neck at all times. However, when the department run out of tags/discs, the issued letter along with proof of payment of $1BND should suffice. Failure to comply will result in a BND250 fine or one month imprisonment under Section 5(1), Chapter 60 of the Dogs Act.

Dog owners shall hold full responsibility for their pets and should keep the dogs in a home compound either in a cage or on a leash.

For more information click here.

Forces Employment Charity

Nick is our new Dependant and Veteran caseworker at Forces Employment Charity for the EM3 programme. He'll be at Aldershot Health and Wellbeing event on Tuesday 29th Nov, come along and find out how Nick help your child with their career choices!

​If you can't make it head to www.forcesemployment.org.uk/EM3 for info about the programme and how you and your child can sign up.

The Link may not work on Modnet, please send to a private email address. 

The New Armed Forces Covenant Duty

The Covenant Duty will come into force on 22 November 2022. The Duty is supported by Statutory Guidance to help in-scope bodies understand what is required of them under the new Covenant Duty.

What is the new Armed Forces Covenant Duty?

The new Covenant Duty is a legal obligation on certain public bodies to ‘have due regard’ to the principles of the Covenant, and requires decisions about the development and delivery of certain services to be made with conscious consideration of the needs of the Armed Forces community.

Who does the new Duty affect?

The new legal obligation impacts organisations that are responsible for delivering principally statutory functions in healthcare, education, and housing services. The Armed Forces community will be affected as beneficiaries of the new Duty.

Please click here to find out more 

Brunei: Drone Regulations & Safety 2022

 

Army v Navy Rugby 2023 date confirmed

Babcock Trophy Army Vs Navy Rugby Match | Army Navy Match

BFBS Academy - Are You A Service Leaver Or Veteran? Production Managers Course Application Open

The Production Managers course is designed for service leavers and veterans with a keen interest in the world of media and who wish to use their existing skillset within a new and challenging environment.

Full details can be found HERE.

Updated: Armed Forces Covenant Duty Statutory Guidance 2022

The new Armed Forces Covenant Duty will come into force on 22 November 2022. 

A summary of the new Duty can be found in this news article 

A link to the full guidance can be found here

NSPCC Resources for parents, carers & schools

Click here to access links to resources and videos to support child safety conversations at home and in school.

Recruit for Spouses - FREE courses & guides - How to write a CV...

This guide has been designed specifically for military spouses looking to take their next professional steps. It should help you to create a CV which positively reflects you and your experiences while also providing something you can be proud of.

This toolkit is for you if you; 

*Are worried about how to present the many jobs you have had due to multiple postings

* Have gaps in your CV and not sure how to explain them
* Do lots of voluntary work but need advice on how to present it well

Remember, a CV is your opportunity to sell yourself to the reader. Focus on what you have done, not what you haven’t. If you don’t believe in yourself you can’t expect the reader to, so SELL YOURSELF!

When writing your CV always remember the “SO WHAT?” mantra; Why am I adding this information here, why is it important? Is it telling the reader/recruiter what I want it to tell them in the most succinct way?

To enrol, or find out more click here

Hollie Guard App - Safeguarding people where it matters

To anyone with children old enough to have a mobile phone, or for anyone concerned about their safety, download the Hollie Gard App. If you are walking home late or alone, switch it on and you can track them. If someone approaches and they may feel unsafe they can shake their phone. This sets off an alarm from the phone and also messages to alert you. Alternatively, there is a stealth mode that raises an alert discreetly. 

The app was designed by the Hollie Gazzard Trust, set up after 20-year-old Hollie Gazard was murdered by her ex partner, and is designed to help if someone feels unsafe.

If the user feels concerned they can shake their phone and alert key contacts. The app will start recording audio and visual information which will be saved and sent to emergency contacts, so that they can call emergency services on the users behalf if required. A repeated shake by the user will initiate a flashing light and high pitched audio alert.

Reserves - Did You Know?

Armed Forces Covenant Duty Statutory Guidance

​Armed Forces Covenant Duty Statutory Guidance​

Education Advisory Team

Brunei: Paediatric COVID-19 Vaccine clinic - weekly on Thursday's in Nov 1330-1345

The PCMF received a supply of COVID-19 Paediatric Vaccine ( 5-11 age group).

The first walk in clinic is set up for Thursday 10 Nov from 1330 -1545.

Please use PCMF main entrance.

Brunei: Cost of living in Brunei survey - we need your help!

Numbeo is the cost of living website referenced by the Army to get information on the cost of living in specific overseas locations and ultimately informs LOA.

The information on this site is similar to a locally produced document that was circulated to a group of people in BFB over recent months to feedback to the LOA team in UK.

There have only been 6 entries in the last 18 months, therefore many of these costs have been estimated and many are not accurate - fresh milk for example (see above)

Please click this LINK to complete as much of the information as possible. 

More entries = more accuracy. This in turn will be beneficial when LOA is reviewed and may lead to an increase in overseas allowances.

Survey: Cost of Living in Kuala Belait. Nov 2022. Prices in Kuala Belait (numbeo.com)

Brunei: Mumong Splash Pool REGENERATION

Accommodation CAAS

Further information about CAAS can be found here.

Talkback

GWT Monthly Update - November 2022

Click here to read the latest Monthly Update from GWT

Supporting Partners Innovation Grants - closing 12th Dec 2022

The AFCF Trust has partnered with the MOD to administer the Armed Forces Families Fund. This programme provides funding to projects that will offer innovative, new forms of support for the partners of those who are serving. 

Funding to support Service families

Under this programme the Trust will award grants of between £20,000 and £50,000 on behalf of the MOD’s Armed Forces Families Fund, towards projects which will pilot practical new solutions to support partners of serving personnel, including Reservists, to reduce the challenges of Service life.

To check Eligibility and to apply, please find out more here

To read the full press release, click here

Armed Forces Spouse Development Programme

Forces Employment Charity - ex forces employment support

The Forces Employment Charity was formed from two of the UK’s largest and most respected military charities; RFEA – The Forces Employment Charity (RFEA) and Officers’ Association (OA).

Founded in 1885 and 1920 respectively, they came together in May 2022 to begin an exciting new chapter for ex-Forces employment support. Their mission is to enable individuals to secure employment and progress to roles at every level, to ensure they achieve their potential beyond military service.

To find out more visit the Forces Employment Charity website​.​​

Lived experience of non-UK veterans research project

Are you a former member of the UK Armed Forces with non-UK nationality?

RAND Europe is conducting research funded by the UK Office for Veterans' Affairs (OVA) to improve understanding of what it's like to be a non-UK veteran (ie. a UK ex-service person who did not have UK nationality when they joined the Armed Forces).

​The research focuses on exploring the day-to-day experiences of military service, military-to-civilian transition and post-service life, as well as helping to improve policy and support for non-UK veterans.

If you are interested in taking part in a research interview, register online at https://www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/8R63DU/​

Further information ​about the project can be found at :​https://www.rand.org/randeurope/research/projects/understanding-the-lived-experience-of-non-uk-veterans.html​

Royal Collection Trust - free admission for MOD90 & DDS card holders

All valid MOD90 and Defence Discount Service (DDS) card holders are entitled to complimentary admission to Windsor Castle, on production of their card. Further details about Windsor Castle can be found here.

Cardholders are entitled to a complimentary ticket for themselves and up to four other guests, after 12:00 noon at Royal Collection Trust venues. Please note admission is subject to availability and at sites where we operate a timed-admission system you will be offered admission for the next available time slot.

Tickets are available to be booked in advance by calling our Ticket Sales and Information Office on +44 (0)303 123 7304, please note all telephone bookings are subject to a £2.00 booking fee. You will need to present your MOD90/DDS card at the ticket desk on arrival to collect your tickets.

DDS cardholders will also need to bring supporting photographic identification such as a passport, driving licence or MOD90 card. 

For further admission information please visit the website www.rct.uk or telephone the Ticket Sales and Information Office on +44 (0)303 123 7304.