HAMBLETON District Council has been recognised for its support for defence personnel.
The authority has received a bronze award from the MOD’s Armed Forces Covenant Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS).
The initiative recognises employers that pledge, demonstrate or advocate support for the armed forces community – and aligns those values through the Armed Forces Covenant.
Bronze award holders offer support by employing reservists and veterans and by promoting the armed forces to both existing and prospective employees.
The chief executive of Hambleton District Council, Dr Justin Ives, said: “It is an honour to be recognised for this award – we pride ourselves on working alongside our armed forces and actively encourage local employers to take on ex servicemen and women.”
The Armed Forces Covenant was introduced by the Government as a promise from the nation that those who serve or have served in the armed forces, and their families, are treated fairly.
It encourages businesses to identify areas in which the armed forces community is at a commercial disadvantage.
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