Announcement:

The HIVE supports that Chain of Command in the provision of up-to date relevant information to the Service community.

 The HIVE is located within the Community Centre.

 It is open Tuesday & Thursday 0800 – 1300

Wednesday 0800 – 1200 (HIVE) & 1200 – 1330 (Ledra Palace)

 Contact numbers from a mobile or civilian number (00357) 2235 9316

For more information visit: Nicosia UN.

The Headquarters of the United Nations Force in Cyprus (HQ UNFICYP) and the Headquarters British Contingent are located within the United Nations Protected Area (UNPA) on the west side of the city of Nicosia, approximately five km from the city centre. The UNPA is located within the Buffer Zone in the area of the now disused Nicosia International Airport.

Download: Nicosia UNPA map

There are various categories on the website, but I would like to provide you with some details on the Nicosia HIVE section.

HIVE Information Officer – These are my contact details.  Please do not hesitate to contact me with any queries that you have, no matter how small it may be. 

Information Sheets – These contain relevant information on a variety of topics including; childcare, education, housing, employment, sports & recreation and motoring etc.  The information sheets have been divided into sections.  This is to make it easier for you to find the right documents at the right time in your assignment process.

Pre-assignment: This is information you may require when you have just received your posting notification.  In conjunction with A Cyprus Posting these sheets have been identified by the Service community as information relevant to you during the planning to move stage.

Initial Arrival: These sheets contain information you may find useful during your first two weeks on island.  They detail the things you may need to do; such as set up your internet connection and open a bank account, as well as the location of the local supermarkets and DIY stores.

General Information: These sheets are aimed for when you have settled in and wish to find out a bit more about Nicosia and the surrounding areas.  They include places to stay for visitors, sports and recreational activities and ideas for days out.

Community News: Articles are published here that have relevance for the Service community.  There will be details of local events, new clubs or groups, as well and information such as changes to supermarket opening times and road closures.

Local & Unit Info: This contains information on the various clubs and groups that are on UNPA.

UNFICYP - Weblink to United Nations Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus

Picture Gallery: I have tried to include pictures you will find useful; there are pictures of accommodation, sporting facilities and general pictures of the UNPA.  If there is anything specific you wish to see please let me know and I will see what I can do.

Web Links: This provides links to local clubs, groups or organisations. If your club or group has a website let me know and I will add it to this section.

The information on this website is always being updated but if you see anything you feel is out of date or if I have missed something please let me know. 

Other categories that may be of interest are contained under the 'Service Community' Menu.  It contains an events calendar for inclusion of events being held through-out the various Stations and local community.  There is also a ‘Sales & Wants’ section which is very popular.