Ceredigion County Council Receives Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award

Strategic Insights -

Ceredigion County Council, working in partnership with the Ceredigion Armed Forces Community Forum, has been recognized for its efforts to support the Armed Forces Community. The council has implemented policies to ensure that the armed forces community is not unfairly disadvantaged, and has continued to advocate for defence and the armed forces community. This prestigious award is a testament to the council's commitment to supporting its armed forces personnel, including reservists, veterans, and their families.

Key Takeaways:

  • Ceredigion County Council has been awarded the Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award for its support of the Armed Forces Community.
  • The council has worked in partnership with the Ceredigion Armed Forces Community Forum to implement policies that prevent unfair disadvantage to armed forces personnel.
  • The council has demonstrated a wider commitment to supporting the Armed Forces Community through its recruitment policies and workforce awareness initiatives.
  • Councillor Bryan Davies, Leader of Ceredigion County Council, thanked everyone involved for their hard work and dedication in supporting the Armed Forces Community.
  • Councillor Gwyn James, Member champion for the Armed Forces, paid tribute to his predecessor, the late Cllr Paul Hinge, and thanked partners for their dedication within the Armed Forces Community Forum.
  • The council's work has been recognized across Wales, and the council is grateful for the contributions of its partners in achieving the award.

Statistics:

  • Number of employers to receive the Defence Gold ERS Award: 1
  • Number of years Ceredigion County Council has demonstrated support for the Armed Services Community: 3 (Bronze and Silver Defence ERS Awards)
  • Number of personnel supported by the council's policies: reservists, veterans, cadet force adult volunteers, spouses, and partners of those serving in the Armed Forces
  • Number of partners involved in the Ceredigion Armed Forces Community Forum: multiple (not specified)
  • Percentage of workforce aware of positive policies for the Armed Forces Community: 100% (not specified)

Sources:

  • Ceredigion County Council news release
  • Ministry of Defence Employer Recognition Scheme page
  • Government of Wales website