Get Involved
North Warwickshire Borough Council signed the Armed Forces Covenant in 2012 however it isn't just for Local Authorities, you can get involved as well
The Armed Forces Covenant can be signed by:
- Businesses of all sizes
- Charitable organisations
- Public sector organisations
- Single services: Royal Navy, British Army, Royal Air Force (RAF)
Already over 1400 organisations and businesses have pledged their support to the Armed Forces community.
The Employer Recognition Scheme
North Warwickshire Borough Council received a Bronze Award in 2017, Silver Award in 2018 and then the Gold Award in 2019. The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) which encourages employers to support our Armed Forces and inspire others to do the same. The scheme which encompasses bronze, silver and gold awards for employers is designed to recognise those who pledge, demonstrate or advocate support to the armed forces community, and align their values with the Armed Forces Covenant.
Help and advice is available from Defence Relationship Management (DRM). If you need practical advice on employing reservists, there is a toolkit available for you providing information on your rights, responsibilities, and financial assistance that may be available to you.