Station Commander's Foreword

Welcome to the Spring Edition of the Shrivenham Community News.

As the days start to stretch out, we see the first shoots of Spring appear across the expansive Defence Academy Estate. Following an extremely busy 2022, it is already clear that this year will certainly be no different. In particular, there will be significant building work commencing imminently to improve the Defence Academy and, importantly, continue to fulfil its commitment to sustainability. A new Medical and Dental Centre, and the overdue refurbishment of Single Living Accommodation will help support the Defence Academy for many years, however there will inevitably be some disruption on site and additional traffic for which we ask your forbearance.

base of support: please see social media for details.

Miss Samantha Davies

Families & Welfare Lead Administrator 01793 780793 e: Samantha.davies@ da.mod.uk edward.Bell278@mod.gov.uk

01793 785786 D

Shrivenham Station Welfare Officer

Jubilee Community Centre

Defence Academy of the United Kingdom

Shrivenham SN6 8LA

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The Watchfield and Shrivenham Community Larder continues to grow from strength to strength after 3 months of operation, with a significant increase in footfall which fully underlines its need within the community, often used as a warm space, or an opportunity for conversation, as much as a source of much-needed supplementary provisions. We thank the network of volunteers and continue to seek a broader

Following a most productive meeting with local Parish counsellors across a wide range of initiatives and areas of interest, we will continue to develop these relationships and identify mutually beneficial opportunities. Finally, whilst work continues apace, we look forward to the coronation of King Charles III, and the respective community celebrations to mark this historic milestone.