Brunei: BFB Garrison Swimming Pool - New Swimming Pool Opening Schedule

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PoC – Abdul Wafi (Pool Supervisor) 8213344

BFB Garrison Swimming Pool - Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/bfbgsp/

Brunei: Home Address Submission For Students Attending Panaga School To Arrange Transport

Parents of Year 7 and Year 8 students attending Panaga School from this academic year are requested to provide their home addresses to the below email address. This information will enable us to arrange transportation services to and from Panaga School.

PoC for school transport: Sgt Vijaysingh Gurung (MT SNCO, QOGLR Det)
Email: vijaysingh.gurung226@mod.gov.uk

Brunei: BFB Barracudas Swim Club - Tuesdays and Thursdays 12.15-13.15 @ The Garrison Swimming Pool

If you have any questions, please email simon.mcmahon548@mod.gov.uk. 

Brunei: *** TREETOPS NURSERY OPENING UPDATE***

As we have previously communicated, we would like to keep you informed of developing information regarding Treetops Nursery.

DCS and BFB have unfortunately had no further progress with essential onboarding clearances of Staff and therefore Treetops Nursery will not be able to re-open on 27th August 2025 as planned. Treetops will have a delayed start, but we hope to open the setting as soon as possible.

The decision to delay the opening has been based on ensuring DCS and BFB meet our legal responsibilities, which without appropriate staffing, cannot currently be fulfilled. As soon as there is a change in situation, BFB will communicate further.

For existing Treetops families, and families who have registration dates already planned, the setting will continue to keep you informed via the ‘Family’ app, ensuring you are provided with dates of setting opening as soon as known. Please ensure you check this regularly.

For families who are interested in placing their child into the setting, please do continue to contact treetops.nursery@modschools.org where you can access an enquiry form for Treetops to understand further what your childcare needs are. Although Treetops cannot offer your children immediate registration dates, it will allow the setting to communicate effectively when it will be able to support more families and extend its services.

DCS and BFB appreciate that this is a difficult time for many of its families – both pre-existing and those arriving. We appreciate the importance of this service and what it can provide for the community. By confirming a decision for a delayed opening, DCS and BFB are hopeful it will give many of you time to make alternative arrangements where necessary.

DCS and BFB would like to reassure you all that we are continuing to do everything we can to re-open Treetops as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.

Brunei: Community Behaviour at Chautari and All Public Spaces – Standards Apply to All

An incident on 9 Aug 25 has highlighted unacceptable behaviour from both adults and children at Chautari. This must stop immediately.

Service personnel and families are reminded that:

• Parents are fully responsible for supervising and controlling their children.
• Children must not disrupt other patrons.
• Children are not allowed in the bar area without their parents.

If poor behaviour continues, restrictions will be enforced – up to and including a full ban on children.

Let’s maintain the high standards expected of our community and keep Chautari a place we can all enjoy.

Brunei: The Den, Pusat Insani - BFB Special Rates

We are offering British Forces Brunei a Special Corporate Rate to access both locations at The Den, Pusat Insani, Seria, and V Wellness at V Plaza Hotel.

For Madam/Sir kind reference, our Standard Published Rate is $50.00 Per Month Per Person.

However, effective immediately, we are pleased to offer a starting rate of $35.00 Per Month Per Employee of British Forces Brunei (Rates above herewith). Additionally, we are open to discussing further rate reductions for larger groups and longer term of sign up.

Terms and Conditions:

To avail the Special Corporate Rates, British Forces Brunei employees must present a valid employment pass or ID upon signing up at The Den, Pusat Insani, Seria or V Wellness at V Plaza Hotel.

Should you have any questions or require further assistance, please kindly feel free to reach out at any time:

Mr. Hannafy Henry: +673 885 8718 (The Den Coordinator)

Ms. Lina Zainal: +673 866 8816 (Sales Manager)

We look forward to supporting your Team’s Fitness Journey.

Brunei: Cinelink Screening: Thunderbolts - Friday, 15 August 2025, 1600 - 1850hrs @ Paradise Chalchitra, Mumong Community Centre

This movie showing is available to all who are age 12+ (under 12 can attend with an adult).

All BFB members and BFB LEC’s and their families welcome.

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment – Universal Credit Income and Expenses Agent, Leeds

The Department of Work and Pensions has 110 new Universal Credit Income and Expenses Agent Executive Officer opportunities in Leeds. These are now open for applications until 26 August 2025.

Civil Service Jobs link: Universal Credit Income and Expenses Agent Executive Officer - Leeds (Ref: 741)

More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on the DWP EO Microsite.

Brunei: PCMF Welbeing Walk - 3 September 2015 @ 16.30hrs, starting at PCMF entrance

This is a planned route around the PCMF encouraging EVERYONE: families on evening walks, staff needing a 5 minute walk, school and nursery walking trips. Take a breather and wonder at the nature around you, we can take the same route but all experience something different. We hope to welcome all Garrison personnel in using and enjoying it. It is also an opportunity to encourage people to explore and use the pathways and nature in the Garrison including the newly landscaped park area in H15.

On Wednesday 3 September at 16.30hrs we are launching the walk, we hope also to acknowledge everyone who has created, developed and supported the walk.

Please come and join us for the launch.

RSVP: Health visiting team or Lt Col Martin Bates.

NAAFI Fund - NATO Shape's Community Spaces Are Officially Open

The NAAFI Fund recently awarded a £17,500 grant to NATO in Shape, Belgium to give their community spaces a much-needed makeover! This project was all about creating a centralised, welcoming space for the British Military Community. To read NAAFI Fund’s blog post on this project, please visit: https://naafi.co.uk/project/from-dream-to-reality/

NAAFI Fund said: “To gain some inspiration about how the NAAFI Fund could help in your unit or local community area, please take a look at our previously supported projects Completed Fund Projects - NAAFI

“For more information on the NAAFI Fund, the application process and what grants are available, please take a look at our website NAAFI Fund - NAAFI

“We anticipate the portal to re-open for applications in April 2026, however, we will announce the exact dates and links nearer the time via our social media and website, so please keep an eye on those @naafisocial. If you would like to be added to the mailing list, to receive communication nearer the time so you can start to prepare your bid, please email funding@naafi.co.uk”

NAAFI: https://naafi.co.uk/

DIO Service Family Accommodation (SFA) Communications Update - 11 August 2025

SFA Consumer Charter – greater freedoms for families

Service Personnel and families deserve homes that reflect your unique needs and lifestyles. Outdated, lengthy policies are unhelpful in fostering a sense of belonging where you can make a house feel like your home. This is particularly important given the transient nature of military life, which we know can be disruptive.

DIO is committed to transforming this experience. By modernising our policies, we’re empowering families with greater freedom to personalise and enhance your homes. Defence Secretary Rt Hon John Healey MP announced the latest improvements, which include an update to policies making it easier for you to own pets and run businesses from home. In the future, you will also have more freedom to personalise and decorate your homes, the details of which will be confirmed in due course.

• SFA pet policy: We know that pets are a big part of family life. Previously, families with pets were required to seek written permission through the National Service Centre (NSC) before acquiring or bringing existing pets into SFA. Under the revised policy, effective from 9 August 2025, pet owners do not need approval. Instead, you simply need to notify the NSC that you have a pet via an e-form.

Permission will only be required if the number or type of pets exceeds the permissible criteria outlined in the Pet Notification Form on the Pinnacle website.  

• Business from home policy: Following a review of this policy, applications to run a business from an SFA home were reinstated in May. We have now revised the approvals process, effective from 9 August 2025, giving DIO single authority to make decisions on applications, as opposed to individual units. This will ensure approvals are consistent throughout the UK.

For any queries related to these policy updates or for questions about your SFA, you can contact your local housing officer or call the Pinnacle National Service Centre 0800 031 8628.

Providing families with floor plans

As part of the SFA Consumer Charter, we are committed to providing improved, clearer information for families ahead of moves, including photographs and floor plans of all homes when a family applies for housing.

Currently we are aware that a number of SFA properties do not have an up-to-date floor plan. If you reside in one of these identified properties, you will be contacted by a letter from Pinnacle in the coming weeks to inform you about an appointment, for a surveyor to attend your property to carry out a floorplan survey. This should take no longer than one hour.

If your home is identified for a floor plan survey, we greatly appreciate your cooperation in providing access to your property for these surveys to take place, for the benefit of future Service families.

For any queries please contact your local housing officer or call the Pinnacle National Service Centre 0800 031 8628.

Personal CCTV reminder

Personal CCTV footage captured from your homes (including video doorbells) is for the use of protecting your property only, and not for publishing externally. Helpful guidance on how to use domestic CCTV responsibly and legally can be found on GOV.UK.

FAMCAS results show steady improvements

In July, the results of the 2025 Tri-Service Families Continuous Attitude Survey (FAMCAS) showed a steady increase of satisfaction with accommodation services, including:

• 51% satisfied with the overall standard of SFA/SSFA, (an increase from 47% in 2024).
• 36% satisfied with the response rate for repairs, (an increase of 10% since last year).
• 33% satisfied with the quality of repairs, an increase from 26% in 2024.

This is an encouraging sign that Service families are starting to experience the improvements that DIO and its suppliers are making, and we will continue to work to improve the SFA experience for you.

UK SFA investment plans 2025/26

Following the Strategic Defence Review which announced more than £1.5 billion of additional funding to improve accommodation for Personnel and families, we are now able to share our investment plans for UK SFA in 2025/26. Read more here about the investment that is planned above maintenance funding.

7 September 2025: National emergency alert test and guidance for victims of domestic abuse

There will be a test of the national emergency alert system on 7 September. This will come through to all mobile phones across the country. SafeLives have issued the following guidance for those who are victims of domestic abuse:

A UK-wide emergency alert test will take place on Sunday 7 September 2025 at 3pm. Mobile phones will emit a loud siren and vibrate — even if they’re on silent.

Whilst these alerts aim to protect the public in emergencies, they could put victim-survivors of domestic abuse at risk — especially those who rely on hidden phones as part of their safety plan.

Please know, you CAN opt out of this test.

If you need to disable alerts for safety reasons, follow the steps here: Opting out of emergency alerts - GOV.UK

New surveys for Service children aged 8-18 – share your experience of growing up in a military family

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Links for Survey:

• Age 8 - 11
• Age 12 - 15
• Age 16 - 18

Brunei: Temporary power shutdown in Mumong X1 SFA 1-13, X1 SFA 17 -65, X1/66 areas on 14 August 2025

Kindly be informed that DES (Government Electrical Department) will be carrying out RMU replacement work at the Sub-Station Lorong 22 Barat. Due to this replacement activity, there will be a temporary power shutdown.

Please find the updated schedule below:

Date: 14 August 2025 (Thursday)
Time (Approx.): 0815 hrs to 1700 hrs
Affected Areas: Mumong X1 SFA 1-13, X1 SFA 17 -65, X1/66 areas.

DES apologize for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your understanding and cooperation.

Brunei: DIO(B) - Scheduled Work

DIO Scheduled Work

DIO contractors will be carrying out inspection works as shown in the table below. Utilities may be affected during the work but DIO contractors will try to minimise disruption.

To reschedule, please kindly contact DIO(B) Helpdesk either via phone Calls Ext.3375 or 3224130 or Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk during office hours.

Gas Safety works:

Scope of work:

1. All works will be carried out by DIO(B) MTC (MARSEE) and will be limited to the external compound only.
2. The scope includes the purging of the intermediate gas line network supplying up to the gas meter box.
3. Disconnect and end cap the downstream supply from the upstream line.
4. The estimated duration for completing the works is 1.5 working days, subject to weather conditions and the required purging period.
5. For safety reasons, and to maintain the required distance during the controlled release of gas, occupants will be required to temporarily vacate their properties during the purging process.

This will be conducted in accordance with the time schedule outlined below:

We would appreciate if you be able to give access within their compound (Gas Meter Box Area) for the allocated day as we are trying to meet the deadline as agree in term of holding the risk and to cut off whole Natural Gas(NG) Supply from the supplier and provide NG Free estate.

Scheduled Water Temperature Monitoring for August

1. In Order to Comply with the UK standard, DIO(B) DEL will be carrying out the scope of works as shown below:

a. Check temperature reading of hot and cold water at the very sentinel point.

b. Check chlorine level in water using site test kit.

c. Visual check and small adjustment of water heater.

d. To record water analysis.

e. Duration of work will take 10 mins to 15 mins.

SFA Refurbishment Works

Please be advised that construction works are currently in progress at below listed location. The respective location and expected completion dates are as follows:

• X1 House No 31 & 32 – Target Completion: First week of August 2025

• G15 House No 5 – Target Completion: End of September 2025

Works will be undertaken during daytime working hours. DIO contractors will implement measures to mitigate disruption to occupant and operations.

We acknowledge the inconvenience this may cause and respectfully request understanding and cooperation of all occupant throughout the duration of work.

Should you have any concern, please kindly contact DIO(B) Helpdesk by using one of the following means:

Phone Number: 3224130 or military ext 3375

Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk

Gas Safety works – Phase 2 NG Decommission Work

1. We would appreciate if you be able to give access for allocated day as we are trying to meet the deadline as agree in term of holding the risk and to cut off whole Natural Gas Supply from the supplier and provide NG Free estate.

2. DIO(B) will undertake an estate wide in cooperate with Natural Gas (NG) Decommission by following work below:

• Replace gas cooker to electric cooker
• Replace gas water heater to electric water heater
• Provide power point for new electric cooker and electric water heater

3. New cooking utensils to be obtained from ASU Department.

4. Works to carry out for 2 days for each quarter. Occupant to cooperate and provide access for works to execute.

5. Utilities may be affected during the work but DIO contractors will try to minimise disruption.

6. To reschedule, please kindly contact DIO(B) Helpdesk by using one of the following means:

a. Phone number: 3224130 or military ext 3375

b. Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk during office hours.

Planned renovation works at W2 – 60

As part of our agreed renovation programme, DIO(B) Contractor will start work at W2/60 for three months from next week. Please refrain from entering the construction site at all times. As a result of the work, surrounding occupants will experience construction related noise during working hours. Please contact the DIO(B) Helpdesk in the first instance for any issue relating to the proposed work. DIO(B) thanks you for your consideration in this matter.

Mon – Fri: 0800 – 1700
Sat: 1000 – 1700
Start date: 15 May 2025
Target completion date: 18 Aug 2025

DIO(B) Helpdesk 

Phone: Ext.3375 or 3224130 or 

Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrgBruHelpdesk@mod.uk 

Click HERE for information on Infrastructure Fault Reporting - DIO(B) Help Desk

Brunei: Notification of Scheduled External Painting Works – J16 Flat A

As part of this financial year’s painting programme, the DIO(B) contractor will commence work at J16 Flat A starting Wednesday, 13 August 2025, for a duration of approximately 5 – 6 weeks.

Please inform the occupant of the following important points:

• Curtains must remain closed at all times while contractors are working outside the flat to maintain privacy and safety.
• The veranda is included in the scope of the painting works. Contractors will access it externally using a cherry picker lift.
• Work will be carried out during the following hours:
• Monday to Friday: 0800 – 1700
• Saturday: 0800 – 1700

For any concerns or issues related to the proposed works, please contact the DIO(B) Helpdesk in the first instance.

Phone number: 3224130 or military ext 3375

Email: BRUNEIGAR-DIO-HelpDesk@mod.gov.uk or DIORDOSTrg-BruHelpdesk@mod.uk during office hours.

New BFBS Royal Air Force Documentary: Top Flight Fitness – Available to Watch Now

BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) spent six months at RAF Cosford following trainee Physical Training Instructors (PTIs) on one of the Royal Air Force’s toughest and most demanding courses, in a brand-new programme, Top Flight Fitness.

BFBS Forces News had special access to this intense and demanding training journey, capturing the brutal workouts, military theory lessons, real-world teaching sessions, and relentless physical and mental assessments that push even the fittest to their limits.

From raw recruits straight off civvy street to experienced service personnel, the series reveals what it really takes to become a PTI, and it’s not just about six-packs and speed.

BFBS Forces News reporter Kirstie Chambers joins the course every step of the way, sharing insight into the teamwork, psychology, resilience and sheer determination it takes to earn the coveted PTI badge, she said: “They didn’t just train bodies, they built minds. The women matched the men, the competition drove camaraderie, and the real test? Just keeping up the pace.”

Expect sweat, setbacks and serious inspiration in this must-see look inside the RAF’s most physically demanding training ground.

Top Flight Fitness: What it takes to keep the RAF fighting fit, is available to watch now on BFBS Forces News YouTube: https://brnw.ch/21wUzsH

Evolve House event on 28th Sept for frontline women, in partnership with Motorfinity and She’s Electric

Evolve House in partnership with Motorfinity and She’s Electric

An opportunity for frontline women….

Motorfinity in partnership with She’s Electric are hosting an inspiring day at Stubton Hall in Nottinghamshire / Lincolnshire border on Sunday 28th September – created especially for you, the incredible women who keep everything moving.

Whether you’re part of the UK’s Armed Forces, a Veteran, or work in the Emergency Services, Police, Fire and Rescue, Ambulance services, Prison Services, Education, Social Care or the NHS – this event is a way to say thank you, and to give something back to the women who do so much for others.

Expect powerful conversations, expert wellbeing insight, a fun electric drive experience and a chance to recharge.

If this sounds like you, or someone in your circle, we’d encourage you to register – places are complimentary but limited.

Link to register:

https://www.sheselectric.co.uk/motorfinity-evolve-house?utm_source=toolkit&utm_medium=comms&utm_campaign=EvolveHouse

Give Us Time: new donor in the North East of England

Give Us Time have a new donor in the North East of England – please see the poster for more details and for how to book.

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP): WP Work Coach Vacancies

The following Executive Officer work coach vacancies are now open:

Civil Service Jobs link:

Decision Making Directorate - Decision Maker - Bangor, Ty Taf (Ref: 740)

Open from 07/08/2025 to 21/08/2025

More information on DWP, the roles available and the application process can be found on our EO Microsite

Brunei: BFB Job Vacancies - Hornbill School & Treetops Nursery - Closing date: 12:00 noon Wednesday, 20th August 2025.

British Forces Brunei Entitled SPOUSES Job Vacancy

Hornbill School

1. Teacher Cover Supervisor (Casual)

– Spouses of Service Personnel

Click here for Job Advert.

Please be informed that there is no closing date for the post of Teacher Cover Supervisor (Casual).

2. Learning Support Assistant Level 2 (Full Time).

– Internal and External Locals

– Spouses of Service Personnel

Click here for Job Advert.

Kindly note that while the Full-Time LSA 2 advertisement states it is intended for 'Spouses of Service Personnel,' separate advertisements are also available specifically for holders of Yellow and Red I/Cs.

3. Learning Support Assistant Level 2 (Temporary Maternity Cover).

– Spouses of Service Personnel

Click here for Job Advert.

4. Bus Escort (Permanent)

– Spouses of Service Personnel

Click here for Job Advert.

5. Bus Escort (Casual)

– Spouses of Service Personnel

Click here for Job Advert.

6. Treetops Nursery - Key Person (Qualified).

– Spouses of Service Personnel

Click here for Job Advert.

Closing date: 12:00 noon on Wednesday, 20th August 2025.

Anyone who wishes to apply for these roles, has any specific questions and to request an application form, kindly send an email to LPPO at BruneiGar-CivSec-LPPO-Group@mod.gov.uk

Reading Force’s memoir competition for adults, children and young people – closes end of August 2025

Less than a month left to enter Reading Force’s 2025 writing competition for adults, children & young people!

Brunei: BFPO - General Accounting Rate (GAR) for August 2025 and Closure Dates

Opening Hours:

Monday - Wednesday

08:00 - 12:00

Thursday

10:30 - 14:00

Friday

08:00 - 12:00

Exchange Rate:

August - £1.00 = $1.7290

NOTICES

Closure Dates

1. From Monday, 17th to Friday, 21st November 2025 for fitting a new system throughout the post office.

Post Office Announcement

On the following dates the Post Office will be prioritising cash withdrawals to the Main Bodies that are arriving with 2 RGR after 1230hrs (their induction brief). We appreciate your consideration in these cases.

24/07/25
31/07/25
07/08/25
14/08/25
21/08/25

COMD BFB DIRECTION ON THE BFPO SERVICE

The use of the British Forces Post Office by SP across the globe is a huge privilege. Changes in the UK’s trading and customs regulations over recent years have created uncertainty around what constitutes acceptable fair use of the system.

Here in Brunei, we have a very limited capacity per week to send consignments via BFPO, and recent inspections have shown that up to half of this allocation has been used for dried goods. This has drawn attention at BFPO HQ, where similar patterns in other regions have triggered intervention from HMRC and resulted in permanent reduced allowances and referral to the Customs Compliance Team. I want to avoid that happening here. Particularly over the unit move, we must protect and prioritise access to the BFPO service, something that remains a privilege, not a right.

In line with guidance from BFPO HQ, I have temporarily suspended the consignment of dried goods via BFPO 11 to prevent excessive gifting and avoid triggering customs scrutiny. I recognise that sending gifts is a valued tradition in our community, but until the move is complete, I ask that you consider more appropriate alternatives to safeguard the system for all.

We kindly ask all customers to treat our Post Office staff with courtesy and respect. If you have any concerns or queries, please direct them to the SO3 Logistic Support, Capt Dan Knott RLC.

Proof of ID Card

With immediate effect, BFB personnel who wish to send a parcel through the British Forces Post Office MUST present a valid ID Card at the counter. The name on the ID must correspond exactly with the senders name stated on the Customs Declaration Form. Unfortunately, parcels will not be accepted for dispatch without valid identification.

Restricted items in the mail (BFPO 11 Service)

1. Dried Food Articles. Postage of dried food articles, including fish, tea and coffee are subject to the following conditions:

a. A maximum of 5kg per entitled person per week, up to 20kg each calendar month and parcels are to be packaged separately.

2. Sold goods. Commercial postage of clothing, apparels and services for personal gain through the BFPO is strictly prohibited.

3. Any misuse of BFPO services, such as using them for personal business purposes, constitutes an abuse of resources and is subject to disciplinary action. Misuse compromises the integrity and efficiency of services intended to support BFB’s Directives.

Prohibited items

The Following items are not to be sent via the BFPO mail system, for further advice, please contact the Post Office located in the Chit Chat Community Centre.

Compressed gases – butane, oxygen, propane, camping gas cylinders, gas lighter refills, aqua lungs, aerosol (including medicinal and toilet articles including aerosols such as hairsprays, perfumes, shaving foams, medicines, drugs and nail varnish.

Corrosive – acids, alkaline, wet-cell batteries, Bluetooth speakers, power banks and remote controllers vinegar, photographic chemicals, mercury or any items containing mercury.

Infectious substances – bacteria, viruses, medical and pathological specimens, except under the IPBS rules

Oxidising materials – bleaching agent, peroxides and chlorate

Poison – Arsenic, Cyanides, insecticides and weed killers.

Explosives - fireworks, sparklers, flares, toy caps and ammunition

Weapons - knives, Khukuris

For more information visit: www.gov.uk/bfpo

International Driving Permits (IDPs)

International Driving Permits (IDPs) can be issued from the Post office at no cost to authorised BFB personnel and families.

Please note the following:

The validity periods of IDPs remain extant, only request, as required.

A passport sized photo and valid driving license is required for IDP issuance.

More information about IDPs can be found at https://www.gov.uk/driving-abroad/get-an-idp, https://internationaldrivingpermit.org/what-is-an-idp/ or on the Royal Mail website.

Forces Post Office (FPO) Chip & Pin Service

Customers are reminded of the upper limit when withdrawing or depositing cash at the PO is the local equivalent of £250 per day, and a maximum limit of £1000.00 per month respectively. This cash limit also applies to MoneyGram services.

Please do not approach the counter staff requesting more than the afore stated amounts. If you require a larger withdrawal, you must first seek permission from SO3 Log Sp or the DCOS, through your CoC if appropriate, in the first instance. Also, a 5 days’ notice must be given in order to ensure enough cash is available at the counter.

Post Office Ration Card 2025/26

QR Code for Post Office Ration Card 2025/26 Renewal

Please be advised, the issuance of the 2025/26 cash transaction cards is through a request system.

Please click HERE for the link or scan the QR code below is the mode of requesting new cards.

Upon submission a message will be displayed, indicating the date for collection.

Address Format for Service Personnel/ Garrison Support Personnel:

Service/Staff number, Title/Rank, Full Name
Unit (1 or 2 RGR, HQ Brunei Garrison, BFB)
Sub Unit (HQ, A, B, C Coy/Department)
Tuker/Medicina Lines
BFPO 11 or BF1 3AG

Address Format for Families:

Title, Full Name
(C/O) Service/Staff number, Title/Rank, Full Name
Unit (1 or 2 RGR, HQ Brunei Garrison, BFB)
Sub Unit (HQ, A, B, C Coy/Department)
Tuker/Medicina Lines
BFPO 11 or BF1 3AG

BFPO Price/Size Guide

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Postage requirements

When customers come to the Post Office with parcels to send, please make sure the items are already correctly addressed and securely sealed.

When Posting Parcels please ensure they are clearly addressed properly and within the dimensions of Depth (460mm) x Length (610mm) x Width (460mm) and no heavier than 20Kg.

Use of BFPO to Operate a Business

‘Customers who are operating a business overseas for personal gain, are not authorised to use the BFPO facilities to forward or receive mail items connected with that business. The MOD pays for the transportation of mail to and from overseas by air or surface means. To allow customers to use the BFPO to operate a business for personal gain would constitute an abuse of public funds.

Individuals, who are authorised or choose to operate businesses overseas, are advised to use local civilian post offices to receive or send goods connected with their business, whereby full international rates of postage will be paid.

Should a violation of this Guidance & Direction be suspected, the Chain of Command will be notified and disciplinary action may be taken against offenders’.

Contact information:

For general BFPO enquiries please use the following information

Email: bfpoenquiries@gmail.com

For BFPO mail tracking/ issues, please contact service desk

Email : desbfpo-enquiries@mod.gov.uk
Tel Military: 94676 3450

Tel Civil: +44 (0)345 769 7978 (calls are charged at local rate in the UK)
Alternative: +44 (0)20 8589 3450

Post Office, Chit Chat Community Centre:

Email: BruneiGar-HQ-Post-SNCO
Christopher.Locke173@mod.gov.uk

Phone – (+673) 3224101 ext. 3218

Duty mobile – (+673) 9330239

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest DWP Vacancy in Middlesbrough - available exclusively to Service Leavers, Veterans and Military Spouses/Partners

The following vacancy is now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:

GFIE-447 - Decision Maker - Middlesbrough

Closing Date: 2 September 2025

Job Description

​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

Family Action – UK remote, full time, permanent job opportunities

Family Action have 5x UK remote, full time, permanent job adverts: 

Performance Business Manager – Full Time / Permanent – UK Remote - £36,842 - £41,106 FTE per annum
Closing date to apply – Tuesday 19th August at 23:59
Job ID: 1535

Continuous Improvement Manager – Full Time / Permanent – UK Remote - £42,140 - £46,240 FTE per annum
Closing date to apply – Tuesday 19th August at 23:59
Job ID: 1536

Continuous Improvement Manager – Relate Counselling Services - Full Time / Permanent – UK Remote - £42,140 - £46,240 FTE per annum
Closing date to apply – Tuesday 19th August at 23:59
Job ID: 1537

Not only are they all fantastic opportunities to shape what we do at Family Action and Relate (part of Family Action) but we offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role and, we are also applying positive action to improve the representation of people of colour in management roles at Family Action. As such, the guaranteed interview scheme is extended to applicants of colour who meet the minimum criteria. To help remove financial barriers to working with us, we will reimburse travel costs if you are invited to attend an interview in person. 

Mission Motorsport August Newsletter is now out

August is here, and it’s been a fantastic summer season so far. Mission Motorsport has been running powerful and inspiring recovery sport experiences — and the best part? There's still a lot more on the horizon.

This edition of our newsletter brings you the latest stories, a look ahead at what’s coming up, and plenty of ways for you to join in. Here's a taste of what’s included:

• Mission Motorsport Racemakers Shine at Silverstone
• Mission: Possible - Mission Motorsport Featured in IMI’s MotorPro Magazine
• Upcoming events - Beneficiary tickets available, and the Forces Family Track Day in Croft
• Fundraising Force - great efforts continuing to raise money for Mission Motorsport

You can read the newsletter by clicking the attachment or visiting our website here.

As always, if you have any questions or just want to say hello, drop us a line at team@missionmotorsport.org.

We can’t wait to see you at an event soon!

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest HRMC Vacancy in London - available exclusively to Service Leavers, Veterans and Military Spouses/Partners

The following vacancy is now open for applications under the GFiE Scheme:

GFIE-443 HMRC STRAP Security Officer- Stratford Regional Centre - London

Closing Date: 1st September 2025

Job Description

​GFiE roles are available specifically to people who served in the Armed Forces, or be in your resettlement period and due to leave the Armed Forces within a reasonable time frame or a Military Spouse/Partner (your current partner must still be serving or was discharged within the last 12 months).

To apply, please submit a completed EOI Form (also see Guidance notes) and an up to date CV to GFIE@cabinetoffice.gov.uk

For more information on the GFiE scheme please go to: A complete guide to GFiE – Veterans, Military Partners/Spouses and Service Leavers – Life Chances – Going Forward into Employment (GFiE) (blog.gov.uk)

Quest Magazine – August Edition now available

To read this issue online, or any previous issues, please go to: Quest Magazine | Quest Online

BFBS to Broadcast 2025 Women’s International Defence Rugby Competition as Official Media Partner

BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service) will deliver exclusive livestream coverage of the 2025 Women’s International Defence Rugby Competition (IDRC), bringing forces audiences around the world closer to the action.

Now in its 21st year, the IDRC is the world’s premier military rugby tournament. In 2025 the second Women’s International Defence Rugby Competition will take place, running throughout August and September, featuring elite teams made up of soldiers, sailors and airwomen from armed forces around the world, plus a unique squad brought together by Vodafone and rugby mental health charity LooseHeadz. All teams will compete for the title of the greatest armed forces rugby team in the world.

Hosted in the UK by the British Army, the tournament will kick off with an Opening Ceremony at the prestigious Royal Military Academy Sandhurst, Berkshire on 15 August. Fixtures will then take place over three weeks at venues across the UK, culminating in the final at Kingsholm Stadium, Gloucester, on 3 September.

As the official media partner for the 2025 competition, BFBS will livestream selected fixtures via Forces News YouTube and Forces News Fcebook ensuring service personnel, veterans, and rugby fans worldwide never miss a moment.

BFBS will be covering every twist and turn of the tournament across its radio, TV and digital platforms, on both BFBS and BFBS Forces News channels.

Lt Cdr Laura Blagden RN, Tournament Manager at IDRC said: "The IDRC is more than just a competition, it is a celebration of teamwork, resilience and international camaraderie among women in uniform. We’re proud to be hosting the tournament in the UK, and with BFBS as our media partner, we’re giving the athletes a platform to amplify the visibility and recognition their performances deserve on a global stage.”

Sara Burls, Senior Director, Livestreaming and Studio (News) at BFBS, added: "We are proud to be the official media partner for this year’s International Defence Rugby Competition, and we’re thrilled to bring global audiences closer to the energy and excellence of women’s military rugby. This tournament showcases the extraordinary skill and spirit of these athletes, and we’re proud to share their stories and achievements with the forces community and beyond.”

2025 Tickets Are Now On Sale For The Following Fixtures:

Round 1

17 August

• UK v Tonga - Esher RFC
• Ireland - Esher RFC

18 August

• France v Australia - Maidenhead RFC
• Fiji v Vodafone LooseHeadz Barbarians Invitational XV - Maidenhead RFC

Round 2

21 August

• Tonga - Basingstoke RFC
• UK v Ireland - Basingstoke RFC

22 August

• France v Fiji - Henley RFC
• Australia v Vodafone LooseHeadz Barbarians Invitational XV - Henley RFC

Round 3

25 August

• UK - Aldershot Garrison
• Tonga v Ireland - Aldershot Garrison

26 August

• Fiji v Australia - Aldershot Garrison
• Vodafone LooseHeadz Barbarians Invitational XV v France - Aldershot Garrison

Challenge Cup Semi

29 August

• 3rd Pool A v 4th Pool B - Guilford RFC
• 3rd Pool B v 4th Pool A - Guilford RFC

Cup Semi

30 August

• Winner Pool A v 2nd Pool B - Richmond RFC
• Winner Pool B v 2nd Pool A - Richmond RFC

Challenge Final

2 September

• 7th/8th Play Off - Newbury RFC
• Challenge Cup Final - Newbury RFC

Cup Final

3 September

• 3rd/4th Play Off - Kingsholm Stadium
• IDRC Final - Kingsholm Stadium

About BFBS (British Forces Broadcasting Service)

BFBS is a military charity and media organisation that entertains, informs, connects, and champions the UK Armed Forces.       

We bring trusted and secure entertainment, news, sport, and information services to the military, their families, and veterans worldwide. We spread happiness and keep people in touch, helping build morale among the military overseas and at sea, offering them a way to share experiences, as well as a valuable connection to life back home.     

We also champion the UK Armed Forces by keeping their activities in the public eye on our BFBS Forces News digital channels.        

And our commercial offering – which provides income for the charity – spans training, digital, and creative services, as well as pioneering technology solutions that enable media and communication in the hardest to reach places.