Welcome to our latest e newsletter, a round-up of the updates and achievements from our Armed Forces community in the North West. As ever, we really appreciate your continued support and we will continue to be here to aid the Cadets, Reserves and our wider stakeholders.
22 North West employers receive Gold for their support to Defence
193 companies across the UK – including 22 in the NW RFCA area – have received the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award for their outstanding support towards the Armed Forces community.
Employer engagement news
The team have had a very busy period of work progressing the 2023 Employer Recognition Scheme Silver and Gold Award submissions and have now commenced the delivery of the combined Lord – Lieutenants’ and ERS Silver Awards.
New Business Manager
Meet Gavin Jones, our new Business Manager who joined us recently.
Gavin has responsibility for Human Resource Management, the provision of IT support and hardware, and supervision of administrative support staff associated with the role and the Association outputs.
HR News
We are hiring!
There are various positions available across the North West, from a Regional Employer Engagement Director to a Cadet Store Assistant; please view our website for further details.
Alternative Venue news
Did you know you can support the Armed Forces by hiring our venues? Our military venues in the North West are versatile for filming, meetings, training and much more.
The Chair's Report
Following the AGM in June, the Chair's report is now available to view online. The report is a testament to those who support Defence in their businesses, communities and networks.
Armed Forces Week support
From flag raising events to parades, once again there has been huge support to the Armed Forces community across the North West. Thank you to all our tri service Cadets an Reservists for your support.
Reserve news - 4 LANCS
The 4th Battalion, the Duke of Lancaster’s Regiment were immensely proud to participate in Op GOLDEN ORB, the coronation of HRH King Charles the 3rd.
Here Captain Jackman shares his experience.
Reserve news - 206 Multi-Role Medical Regiment
When Cyclone Freddy hit Malawi, Dani Scott a Reservist from 206 MMR volunteered to be a part of the Merseyside contingent of the UK International Search & Rescue (UKISAR) team.
Dates for the diary - all invite only
- Isle Of Man – 12 September – Government House – Lieutenant Governor & ERS Silver Award
- Merseyside – 27 September – Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral – Lord-Lieutenants’ Awards
- Merseyside – 28 September – Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral – ERS Silver Awards
- Greater Manchester – 13 November – Gorton Monastery – Lord-Lieutenants’ Awards
- Greater Manchester – 14 November – Gorton Monastery – ERS Silver Awards
- ERS Gold Awards – 16 November – Eaton Park Cheshire
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