Germany has banned the cannabis-like drug ‘Spice’ because of its potential danger to health
Manufacturing, possession and dealing of ‘Spice’ is a criminal offence. Spice has enjoyed growing popularity among young people in Germany where it has been sold as a natural herbal mixture, thus attempting to circumvent anti-drug laws. Tests have shown that it contains potentially harmful chemicals, which has the same effects as the natural psychoactive substance in cannabis, but is up to four times stronger. "Spice is not harmless and needs to be withdrawn from circulation quickly," said Germany’s Health Minister. Germany’s Drug Commissioner said it had been proven that the manufacturers of Spice had laced the natural herbs with a synthetic narcotic drug. "Selling Spice as a harmless smoking fragrance is fraudulent," she said.
Tests have shown that smoking the drug can cause hallucinations and lead to undesirable side affects such as panic attacks and nausea. The ban, which carries a fine for those who ignore it, will remain in force for 12 months until a more permanent law is introduced in Germany. For further information and to report the misuse of any controlled drug, please contact your local Military Police Station or BFG CRIMELINE on 0800 184 2222.
CHILDREN’S CAR SEATS
Old children’s car seats with EU norms
ECE 44/01 or ECE44/02 may no longer be used on German roads .
Only EU norms ECE 44/03 and ECE 44/04 will be allowed.
Motorists found using old children’s car seats will be fined €30.
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ARMED FORCES CHILDCARE VOUCHER SCHEME click here for details
See www.modchildcare.co.uk for full details.
This website is easy to follow and explains who can join the scheme, how much you will save, how to join and various other issues relating the scheme.
Completed forms must be returned by post. If you have any queries the telephone helpline number from BFG is 0800 180 8980.
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The British Forces Germany Children & Young People's Plan
"We want BFG to be an inspiring, safe and healthy place for all our children and young people to enjoy, learn and develop whilst benefitting from the opportunities of living in a foreign country"
Every Child and young person in BFG should expect the support that they need to:
- Be healthy
- Be safe and to feel safe
- Have fun and do well both in and out of school
- Get involved with the community and to have their voice heard
- Be well prepared for a successful life
Click here to see a short version of the BFG Children & Young People's Plan
Click here to go to the full version of the BFG Children & Young People's Plan
THE EUROPEAN HEALTH INSURANCE CARD (EHIC)
The European Health Insurance Card (EHIC) became live, replacing the E111 as of 01 September 2005. More...
With Holt's there are no call centres. If you call us from 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday, you will be speaking directly to a military banking expert at our Centre of Excellence in Farnborough.
Here we hold accounts for the vast majority of Army Regiments, as well as a large proportion of Navy Ships and RAF Stations.
Our areas of expertise
BFPO addresses - at Holt's, we treat these as UK addresses, helping to make your banking as easy as possible. And if you are not on the electoral roll we can still take care of your business
Overseas postings - every day we work with large numbers of personnel serving overseas
Military pay - we understand that Joint Personnel Administration (JPA) means your income will vary from post to post. MORE.......
The Forces Store aims to support Service personnel and their families. It is wholly owned and run by dependants of members of the British armed forces.
It is our aim to make your life easier.
We know what its like to get a panic e-bluey saying it’s the Mother-in-law’s birthday the very next day. We know what it’s like to be deployed and have to try and find a nice gift with only 20 minutes on the web. And we also know how difficult it is to get hold of some of those essential items needed when you are away from the UK.
Forces Discounts
"The discounts and benefits provided in the Defence Discount Directory and
website are aimed at the Defence Community in its widest sense. Regulars,
Reserves, Veterans, Cadets, MOD Civil Servants and families together make up
a group of some one million people."
- Air Marshal DJ Pocock, Deputy Chief of the Defence Staff (Personnel).
To access the new Defence Discount Directory click here .
Hundreds of discounts and services now available on line
Childminders in BFG
What is a Registered Childminder?
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Registered childminders are childcarers who work in their own homes to provide care and education for other people's children. Registered childminders are self-employed: they are not employed by parents, but negotiate a contract for their services for which they charge a fee.
ARE YOU AOK?
Whilst serving members of the Forces community and their families have unlimited access to the BFG healthcare service, there are other members of the community that are not entitled to that service.
Germany has a shared health care agreement with the UK, which allows UK citizens living in Germany to gain access to a variety of healthcare treatment using a series of E forms, in particular an E106.
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A site being launched which will help people with BFPO addresses get mortgages. With an office in JHQ the service is now being offered BFG wide www.bfgmortgages.com
What Is Jobs Oracle?
Jobs Oracle is a on-line jobs portal for UK personnel with police, military and associated skills.
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Through ten Regional Resettlement Centres (RRCs) across military bases in the UK and Germany, as well as a dedicated resettlement training centre and access to Employment Consultants in the Regular Forces Employment Association (RFEA), CTP provides you with a unique opportunity to take stock, maybe change direction, and gain the support and guidance you need to make the most of the opportunities and possibilities that lie ahead. www.ctp.org.uk
MOD-Quality of Housing Services to Service Families Overseas, document published by the National Audit Office on March 10th.
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