More than 150 organisations have been recognised by the UK
Government for their outstanding support towards the Armed Forces community.
Representing the highest badge of honour,
the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Awards identifies businesses that employ
and support those who serve, veterans and their families.
A total of 156 organisations have been
recognised this year, the ninth year of the awards scheme.
Of the winners, 44% are either
micro-organisations or small and medium sized enterprises, while 33% are public
organisations. This demonstrates both the growth in numbers and the depth of
supportive employers.
Councils, charities, blue light
services, retail and insurance companies are among those that have been
recognised.
Minister for Defence People Leo Docherty said:
Regardless
of size, location or sector, employing members of the Armed Forces community is
good for businesses.
These
awards recognise the outstanding support for our Armed Forces from employers
across the UK and I would like to thank and congratulate each and every one.
The Employer Recognition Scheme Gold
Awards continues to grow in strength each year, with a current total of 643
holders. Organisations must reapply after five years in order to retain their
Gold Award status.
To win an award from the Ministry of
Defence, organisations must show that they provide 10 extra paid days leave for
reservists and have supportive HR policies in place for veterans, reserves,
Cadet Force adult volunteers and spouses and partners of those serving in the
Armed Forces.
They must also advocate the benefits of
supporting those within the Armed Forces community, by encouraging others to
sign the Armed Forces Covenant and engage in the Employer Recognition Scheme.
Among those recognised include Morgan
Stanley, IBM, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust, Admiral Group and
Groundwork.
Head of People at Admiral Group Rhian Langham said:
We’re
thrilled to be recognised with the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme Gold
Award. Inclusivity is a key part of our culture at Admiral, and we’re proud to
create an environment where everyone feels supported.
Our
colleagues with Armed Forces connections have such a positive impact on our
business, particularly through their impressive resilience and adaptability,
and we’re committed to continue giving them the support they need.
Executive Director at Groundwork Greater Manchester Mike Ormond said:
Groundwork
Greater Manchester are extremely proud and delighted to receive an Employer
Recognition Scheme Gold Award from the Ministry of Defence. Our work with the
Armed Forces Community, especially supporting veterans to gain new skills and
employment, has become a cornerstone of the trust’s activity and this award is
a reflection of the amazing outcomes and advocacy services our Veteran’s
Employment Team deliver.
We
are also fully committed as an organisation to supporting the Armed Forces
veterans and reservists who are employed at Groundwork as we recognise the
breadth of transferable skills, knowledge and experience they bring to the
company as well as the service they have given to our country.
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