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Merseytravel signs up to the
Armed Forces Corporate Covenant
MERSEYTRAVEL has signalled its
commitment and support for the men and women serving their country by signing up
to the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant.
The Covenant is a public pledge that businesses and other organisations can make
to demonstrate their support for the armed forces community. This includes
present servicemen and women, as well as those who have since left active
service.
Some of the ways Merseytravel will demonstrate its commitment include promoting
the fact that we are an armed forces friendly organisation, supporting our
employees who choose to be members of the Reserve forces and actively
participate in Armed Forces Day, which saw the Mersey Ferries fly the Armed
Forces Flag to mark this year's event.
Merseytravel is also looking into ways to support former Armed Services
personnel into training schemes to help them get into employment in the
transport industry in roles which suit their skillset.
Cllr Liam Robinson, Chair of Merseytravel, said:- "Signing the Covenant is
one way we can show our support to the men and women of our City region who
currently serve their country and those who have in the past. We recognise
that these brave individuals put their life on the line, facing possible serious
injury or death to protect our country. As an organisation, we will support them
in whatever way we can by following the principles of the covenant."
Lieutenant Colonel David Ashman RLC; Commanding Officer, 156 Regiment Royal
Logistic Corps, said:- "156 Regiment Royal Logistic Corps has been part of
Liverpool's rich history since 1919 and so we very much feel the close ties the
Armed Forces have with the City , the local community and its people. Today we
are celebrating one of Liverpool's largest employers signing the Corporate
Covenant which further strengthens the alliance between Liverpool's business
community and the City 's Armed Forces community."
Bob Blanchard, Chairman of the Liverpool Veterans HQ, said:- "It is
important that local employers get behind and support our veterans and those
returning to Civvy Street. The support and backing from Merseytravel has been
excellent and today with the signing of the Corporate Covenant, they have now
cemented that partnership and have shown their commitment to supporting our
Veterans and Reservists." |
