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Ten Welsh organisations strike Gold

Ten employers have been presented with the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award at a special ceremony in Cardiff.

Above: Group of the 10 Welsh Gold ERS Award organisations along with key military figures and hosts.
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Ten employers have been presented with the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award at a special ceremony in Cardiff.

The 10 employers from across Wales were recognised for the outstanding support they give to the armed forces community at the awards ceremony held at HMS CAMBRIA, Cardiff Bay on 26 September.

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The awards evening began with a drinks reception and music from Cerys Rees’ regimental harpist of the 3rd Battalion The Royal Welsh. Guests were also entertained by the Regimental Band and Corps of Drums of The Royal Welsh.

The compère for the evening was Sian Lloyd, with the welcome address given by Alun Davies MS. The opening address was given by Neil ‘Jacko’ Jackson, Director Defence Relationship Management.

Vice Admiral Phil Hally CB MBE, Chief of Defence People, gave the keynote address.

Awards recipients from Wales were:

  • Age Cymru Dyfed
  • B.C.B International Limited
  • Brightlink Learning Ltd
  • Espanaro Ltd
  • Fantom Factory Ltd
  • Jackson Fire & Security UK Ltd
  • Pembrokeshire County Council
  • Pinnacle Document Solutions Limited
  • Regiment Training Group Limited
  • Regimental Cleaning Services Ltd
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The awards were presented jointly by Vice Admiral Phil Hally CB MBE, Colonel Sion Walker OBE, Deputy Commander 160th (Welsh) Brigade and Air Officer Wales, Air Commodore Rob Woods OBE.

Awarded by the Ministry of Defence, the ERS formally recognises organisations that employ and support those who serve in the armed forces, veterans and their families. Across the UK, 193 organisations received the Gold Award this year.

To win the Gold Award, organisations must provide 10 extra paid days leave for reservists and have supportive HR policies in place for veterans, reserves, and cadet force adult volunteers, as well as spouses and partners of those serving in the armed forces.

Organisations must also advocate the benefits of supporting those within the armed forces community by encouraging others to sign the Armed Forces Covenant and engage in the ERS.​​

Mr Tony Fish, the MoD’s Regional Employer Engagement Director for North Wales, said: "We’re delighted that so many employers in Wales have been recognised with this Gold Award."

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