2025 Army Families Federation questionnaire on Service pay

The Army Families Federation (AFF), Naval Families Federation (NFF) and RAF Families Federation (RAFFF) are jointly running a questionnaire to hear from Regular Service Personnel and their families about satisfaction with pay and personal financial circumstances over the past 12 months.

The responses will help to:

• Better understand the financial challenges faced by service families.
• Identify any trends or issues specific to each of the single services.
• Provide robust, evidence-based feedback to the MOD, the Armed Forces Pay Review Body, and other key stakeholders.

To take part in this questionnaire, which is open to serving personnel, spouses and partners, please click the link below.

https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/AFF2025_Pay_Questionnaire

The questionnaire should take no longer than 10 minutes to complete and every response helps strengthen the evidence that family federations can present on behalf of families.

Outstanding GCSE Results at The Duke of York’s Royal Military School

Students at The Duke of York’s Royal Military School are once again celebrating a year of exceptional success in their GCSE examinations, with nearly a third of all entries achieving a grade 9-7. 79% of students achieved a grade 4 or above in both English and Mathematics. This year’s results reflect the hard work, determination, and ambition of Dukies, with a significant number earning coveted academic and sports scholarships as they move into Sixth Form.

Principal Alex Foreman commended students and staff alike, stating: "We are incredibly proud of our students' achievements. As one of the top-performing non-selective boarding schools in the country, we are delighted to see so many Dukies choosing to continue their journey with us into Sixth Form. Our university-style boarding environment, alongside our academic and enrichment programmes, offers a truly unique education. Students thrive here – not just academically, but as confident, well-rounded individuals prepared for the future path they choose."

This year, 13 students were awarded academic scholarships for outstanding GCSE performance, while 7 received sports scholarships recognising their talent, commitment, and leadership on and off the field. 4 of these students will join the school’s elite Rugby Performance Pathway, delivered in partnership with Ealing Trailfinders – a testament to the school’s dedication to developing athletic as well as academic excellence.

Among the many outstanding achievements this year are Samuel McLay, who earned six grade 9s and three grade 8s; Bijes Rai, with three grade 9s, four grade 8s and two grade 7s; Nina Umeh, who achieved four grade 9s, one grade 8 and four grade 7s; Chidera Achomadu, who secured two grade 9s, four grade 8s and three grade 7s; and Parisha Rai, who secured one grade 9, five grade 8s and three grade 7s.

The school’s distinctive ethos, combined with small class sizes, exceptional education, and outstanding opportunities, continues to support students to exceed expectations and reach their full potential.

Applications to the school are welcome, with academic scholarships available for external applicants.

For more information, visit www.doyrms.com

Career Transition Partnership Employment Fairs – remaining 2025 dates

To view all CTP employment events, and to register to attend an event, please visit: https://www.modctp.co.uk/home/list-events

Serve and Protect Credit Union – Aug & Sept Financial Education Webinars

Serve & Protect Credit Union have the following upcoming financial education webinars:

Topic: The Road to Financial Resilience: Preparing for the Unexpected

• Date: 20 August 2025
• Time: 1200 - 1245
• Register: The Road to Financial Resilience: Preparing for the Unexpected | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Topic: Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score

• Date: 21 August 2025
• Time: 1200 - 1245
• Register: Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Topic: Before You Borrow: Key Things to Know

• Date: 28 August 2025
• Time: 1200 - 1245
• Register: Before You Borrow: Key Things to Know | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Topic: Eco-Friendly Ways to Save Money

• Date: 04 September 2025
• Time: 1200 - 1245
• Register: Eco-Friendly Ways to Save Money | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Topic: Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money

• Date: 08 September 2025
• Time: 1200 - 1245
• Register: Budgeting 101: Take Control of Your Money | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Topic: The Road to Financial Resilience: Preparing for the Unexpected

• Date: 23 September 2025
• Time: 1200 - 1245
• Register: The Road to Financial Resilience: Preparing for the Unexpected | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Topic: Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score

• Date: 25 September 2025
• Time: 1200 - 1245
• Register: Credit Score 101: Tips to Boost Your Score | Serve and Protect Credit Union

Topic: Before You Borrow: Key Things to Know

• Date: 30 September 2025
• Time: 1200 - 1245
• Register: Before You Borrow: Key Things to Know | Serve and Protect Credit Union

For more information on Serve & Protect webinars, please visit: https://serveandprotectcu.co.uk/education/webinars/

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The Duke of York's Royal Military School Celebrates Exceptional A Level and BTEC Results

Students at The Duke of York’s Royal Military School are celebrating another year of exceptional results in their A Level and BTEC examinations. This year, the average A Level grade achieved by students was a B, while BTEC students also performed impressively.

Principal Alex Foreman praised the hard work and determination of students and staff, stating: "Our unique school continues to deliver outstanding outcomes for our students, academically and personally. Our Dukies are supported by exceptional teachers and pastoral staff, and they flourish in a setting that encourages them to aim high and develop the skills required to succeed. Our students have shown remarkable determination and commitment, and we are incredibly proud of all they have achieved. They are inspiring young people, and I am confident they will step into the next stage of their lives with confidence and purpose."

This year’s cohort is heading on to an exciting range of next steps. Among the outstanding individual success stories: Mayowa Aiyere A*, A, A going to read Law at Warwick; Olivia Ofili Distinction*, A, A to read Accounting and Finance at Warwick; Ulhana Shevtsiv Distinction, Distinction, A* to read Global Design and Engineering at the Engineering and Design Institute; Imogen Thorne A, A, A to read Politics and Language at Southampton; Archie Hussey Distinction, Distinction, Distinction degree apprenticeship in Construction Management with BW Workplace Experts; Seyi Ferreira A, A, B to read Chemical Engineering at Newcastle.

At The Duke of York’s Royal Military School students benefit from small class sizes, exceptional education, and outstanding opportunities, ensuring they leave not only with superb qualifications but also with the leadership, independence, and confidence needed for their futures.

The school celebrates the success of all its leavers and looks forward to seeing the impact they will make in the world beyond school.

For more information, visit www.doyrms.com

Stop Loan Sharks: Summer Newsletter

Stop Loan Sharks have published their summer newsletter. This jam packed edition features the latest arrests, a video for school children, a new campaign encouraging partners to support victims in making the call, and much more.

To read the newsletter please click HERE. 

For further information please visit the Stop Loan Sharks website: Home - Stop Loan Sharks

NAAFI: 2025 Welfare Returns figures

NAAFI are excited to share that they’ve announced their 2025 Welfare Returns figures - when people shop at NAAFI facilities, any surplus they earn is given back directly to the communities they serve.

This year alone, they’ve generated £110,435 for local garrisons and communities across seven of their locations:

• Ascension Island
• Brunei
• The Falkland Islands
• Germany
• Poland
• Bahrain
• Royal Navy Ships

You can read more in NAAFI’s latest blog post here: https://naafi.co.uk/a-year-of-giving-back-welfare-returns-2025/

And find out more on the NAAFI website: https://naafi.co.uk/

GOV.UK: Updated guidance for Service personnel and their families on Early Years childcare and child welfare policies

The Gov.uk website has been updated today, with new information in the ‘Free Early Years Childcare entitlement for children aged 9 months to school starting age (including 15 or 30 hours’ free childcare)’ and ‘Overseas Nursery Authority (ONA)’ section.

To review the revised information please go to: Guidance for Service personnel and their families on child welfare policies

Department for Work and Pensions (including Jobcentre Plus) bank holiday arrangements for 25 August 2025

The Department for Work and Pensions (including Jobcentre Plus) office opening arrangements are different for the 25 August bank holiday.

England, Scotland and Wales:

On Monday 25 August offices and phone lines are closed.

To make sure people get their payment on a day when our offices are open, arrangements have been made to make some payments early.

If the expected payment date is Monday 25 August then benefits will be paid early on Friday 22 August.

If the expected payment date is not shown, customers will get their money on their usual payment date.

Going Forward into Employment (GFiE): Latest HMRC Vacancies in Newcastle, Belfast and Portsmouth - available exclusively to Service Leavers, Veterans and Military Spouses/Partners

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

GFIE-448 – HMRC Review Officer - Newcastle, Belfast and Portsmouth

Closing Date: 12 September 2025

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)

Forces Employment Charity: A month to go to Empowering You!

About Empowering You

Date: Monday 15 September – Wednesday 17 September

Hosted by Barclays in partnership with the Forces Employment Charity, this three-day hybrid event is designed for military spouses, partners, and military women (including reservists). Attendees will join two virtual days and one in-person day held at your choice of Barclays venues in London, Manchester, or Glasgow. All for free.

The event will include:

• 1-to-1 mentoring with a Barclays corporate mentors
• Direct connections with employers actively recruiting the Armed Forces community
• Expert advice from people who get it. All our Families Employment Advisors are military spouses or partners themselves!

Overview

Brunei: AWS Community Support - We're closed until 1 September 2025

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) bulk recruitment – Child Maintenance Group Caseworker, Falkirk

The Department of Work and Pensions has 30 new Service Excellence - Child Maintenance Group - Caseworker Executive Officer opportunities in Falkirk. These are now open for applications until 8 September 2025.

Civil Service Jobs link: Service Excellence - Child Maintenance Group - Caseworker - Administrative Officer - Falkirk (Ref: 742)

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

Recruit for Spouses latest newsletter: Career Support Events and more!

The latest Recruit for Spouses newsletter has been published, and is available to read online.

How satisfied are you with family life while serving overseas?

As the Overseas Survey draws to a close on 30 August 2025, MOD are making one final call to hear from Armed Forces families living overseas. These insights are vital in shaping the support, services, and policies that matter most to them.

Whether it’s childcare, education, employment or military life in general—their voice makes a difference.

Take the Overseas Families Survey. 

Also a reminder to everyone that, for anyone who hasn’t had a chance to take part yet, there’s still time. It only takes a few minutes, and feedback is invaluable.

MOD would like to say a big thank you to everyone who’s already shared their experiences. Their contribution will help the MOD to build a clearer, stronger picture of life overseas.

Brunei: Notification of withdrawal from International Schools

Notification of withdrawal from International Schools

Please note the dates below for those wishing to withdraw their child from the international schools (ISB/JIS/Panaga) in the academic year 25/26.

Important Note: Failure to report your child as leaving may incur charges to the SP/UKBC.

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

Please click the image to enlarge.

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

Please click the image to enlarge.

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