Get involved
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council re-signed the Armed Forces Covenant in 2023 as an individual organisation, however, it is not just for Local Authorities, local businesses and organisations can get involved as well.
Signing the Armed Forces Covenant
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise that together we acknowledge and understand that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, should be treated with fairness and respect in the communities, economy, and society they serve with their lives.
Its two principles are that, recognising the unique obligations of, and sacrifices made by, the Armed Forces:
- Those who serve in the Armed Forces, whether Regular or Reserve, those who have served in the past, and their families, should face no disadvantage compared to other citizens in the provision of public and commercial services.
- Special consideration is appropriate in some cases, especially for those who have given most such as the injured and the bereaved.
Find out more about signing the Armed Forces Covenant. Alternatively, contact the communities team to find out how they can support you around making a commitment to the Armed Forces.
The Employer Recognition Scheme
The scheme encourages employers to pledge their support to defence and inspire others to do the same. Join over 1400 organisations and businesses that have pledged their support to the Armed Forces community.
Nuneaton and Bedworth Borough Council received a Bronze Award in 2017, a Silver Award in 2018 and have proudly held the Gold Award since 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.
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)
Reservist employer toolkit
If you need practical advice and help on employing reservists, a toolkit is available for you providing information on your rights, responsibilities, and financial assistance that may be available to you.