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Employers in Wales that have actively demonstrated their support for the armed forces community through implementing practical policies in the workplace have been recognised with the prestigious Defence Silver ERS Award.

皇冠体育app 17 Welsh winners will be invited to receive their award as honoured guests at a Royal Gun Salute ceremony at the Pierhead Building, Cardiff Bay, on 17 July.

皇冠体育app 17 recipients are:

• Active4Blood
• Andy Swan Driver Services Ltd
• Bulldogs Boxing and Community Activities
• Cobra Life Martial Arts Ltd
• Events Medical Team - Saltney Ltd
• Henry Williams and Son (Roads) Ltd
• Platts Group
• Riverside Retreat Veterans Camp CIC
• Shadow Response Security & Medical Ltd
• 皇冠体育app Royal Welch Fusiliers Museum Trust
• Business in Focus Limited
• IG Doors Limited
• MPH Construction
• Powys Teaching Health Board
• R&M Williams Limited
• V3 Group (UK) Ltd
• Bridgend College

Major General Jamie Gordon, Chief Executive of the Council of Reserve Forces鈥� and Cadets鈥� Associations, said:

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Gareth Jones, Veterans Project Manager, Bulldogs Boxing and Community Activities, said:

Bulldogs BCA is incredibly proud and deeply honoured to have been awarded the Silver Award as part of the Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme. This recognition reflects our unwavering commitment to supporting the armed forces community, including veterans, reservists, and their families.

We are thrilled that our efforts to provide opportunities, understanding, and practical support have been acknowledged at such a prestigious level. This award not only highlights the values at the heart of Bulldogs BCA, but also strengthens our resolve to continue championing those who have served our country with dedication and respect.

To achieve Silver, organisations must proactively demonstrate that the armed forces community are not unfairly disadvantaged as part of their recruitment policies. 皇冠体育appy must also ensure that their workforce is aware of the policies that benefit defence personnel, including reservists, veterans, Cadet Force Adult Volunteers, and military families.

皇冠体育app scheme has 3 levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold, awarded to organisations that support defence personnel and encourage others to do the same.

Mr Craig Middle, the MOD鈥檚 DRM for South Wales, said:

Achieving the Silver ERS award has been a journey for all of our deserved winners. This journey has involved an exploration into听what all aspects of the defence community can do for their teams. Many congratulations to all of this year鈥檚 winners - we look forward to celebrating with them in person next month.

Find out how your organisation can support the armed forces community through the Armed Forces Covenant and Defence Employer Recognition Scheme:

• Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

Contact

Craig Middle, Defence Relationship Manager (DRM) for South Wales:

• [email protected] 听
• Cardiff office: 07970 493086

Tony Fish, Defence Relationship Manager (DRM) for North Wales:

• [email protected] 听
• Mold office: 07508 193902