We are pleased to share that we have been awarded the Bronze Award under the Ministry of Defence’s Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). The ERS recognises employers who demonstrate a commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community, including serving personnel, reservists, veterans and their families. The scheme includes Bronze, Silver and Gold awards, reflecting increasing levels of support, and is aligned with the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant. Achieving the Bronze Award confirms that we have publicly committed to being a forces‑friendly employer, recognising the valuable skills and experience that members of the Armed Forces community bring to the workplace.
For staff, this means we are committed to promoting a positive and inclusive approach for colleagues who are serving or have served in the Armed Forces, are reservists, cadet instructors, or are part of Armed Forces families. It also reinforces our commitment to ensuring that members of the Armed Forces community are treated fairly and are not disadvantaged in recruitment, employment or career progression, and that awareness of this support is shared across our organisation.
