The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) encourages employers to support defence and inspire others to do the same. The scheme encompasses Bronze, Silver and Gold awards for employer organisations that pledge, demonstrate or advocate support to defence and the armed forces community and align their values with the Armed Forces Covenant.

Employers can nominate themselves for either a Bronze, Silver or Gold award.

Nominations will be validated to determine the level of defence personnel employment within the nominated organisation and to check that the organisation has signed the Armed Forces Covenant.

You can find out more about the scheme and nominate your organisation on the GOV.UK website.

Alternatively, you can contact Wessex Reserve Forces & Cadets Association by emailing wx-reed2@rfca.mod.uk.

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