The Ministry of Defence last week announced the winners of the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award; the highest accolade an employer can receive for actively supporting the Armed Forces community in the workplace and also for encouraging other employers to follow their lead.
Congratulations to
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1. Anglian Water (Cambridgeshire)
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7. HMP Whitemoor (Cambridgeshire) |
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2. Carbon 60 (Bedfordshire)
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8. London Electronics Ltd (Bedfordshire) |
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3. Colchester Borough Council (Essex)
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9. Morrison Utility Services (Hertfordshire) |
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4. East and North Hertfordshire NHS Trust (Hertfordshire)
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10. OppO Recruitment Ltd (Hertfordshire) |
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5. Focus 7 International Ltd (Hertfordshire)
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11. The College of West Anglia (Norfolk) |
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6. Hertfordshire County Council (Hertfordshire)
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These employers have been recognised for the meaningful steps they have taken since signing the Armed Forces Covenant, to ensure veterans, reservists, cadet instructorsand military spouses are not disadvantaged in the workplace.
Defence Secretary, Ben Wallace said:
“These awards recognise the outstanding support for our armed forces from employers across Britain and I would like to thank and congratulate each and every one.
“Regardless of size, location or sector, employing ex-forces personnel is good for business and this year we have doubled the number of awards in recognition of the fantastic support they give.”
Minister for Defence People and Veterans Johnny Mercer said:
“Veterans make a huge contribution to businesses across the country and it’s fantastic to see a record breaking number of organisations recognised for their support.
“We’re working closely with businesses to help them further understand the huge value that veterans, reservists and military spouses can bring to their organisation.”
