Fordingbridge charity makes pledge to veterans' fair treatment
The GWCT made the pledge aboard HMS Victory
Fordingbridge-based charity the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) has made a pledge to give veterans of the Armed Forces fair treatment.
Trust CEO Teresa Dent signed the Armed Forces Covenant, which is a promise by an organisation to ensure those who served, and their families are treated fairly, aboard HMS Victory.
Organisations can sign the Covenant and declare their commitment to promote and support the Armed Forces, organise and support events marking Armistice Day and Remembrance Sunday, support reservists, service leavers and their spouses.
Ms Dent, said signing the agreement was an important step for the Trust to take.
“We are delighted to support armed service veterans by signing this covenant and hope we will be able to provide opportunities for them to work in the rewarding world of science, farming, game and wildlife management in the future.”
She signed the Covenant alongside HMS Victory’s Commanding Officer, Lieutenant Commander BJ Smith of the Royal Navy.
He said: “This important step recognises, supports and encourages Armed Forces Reserve and Veteran employees within the GWCT, enabling them to thrive in the workplace while also continuing to support the United Kingdom’s safety and security."