Silver success after Armed Forces support
JONATHAN GEDDES
Staff at a Rutherglen company have spoken of their delight after collecting an award recognising their hard work with the Armed Forces.
BD Print collected their prize were presented with the Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award at a black-tie dinner in Edinburgh last month.
The prestigious accolade is the second-highest badge of honour available to organisations that employ and support reservists, service leavers, veterans and their families.
John Johnstone, Managing Director at BD Print was pleased the Alleysbank Rd company had been recognised for its commitment to supporting military personnel and stated that they will continue to align its values with the Armed Forces Covenant.
He said: “Over the last 18 months we have been active in advocating the benefits of the ERS to fellow businesses through our customers and suppliers.
“We are also now looking to expand our team with the recruitment of apprentices and senior staff members and will be encouraging current and former members of the Armed Forces to get in touch.
“We are delighted our hard work has paid off and are pleased to be announced as Silver ERS winners in 2019.”
Guests enjoyed a performance from the George Heriot’s Pipe Band and were given an insight into how fellow employers supported their reservists, and the business benefits of part-time military personnel, through a number of speeches during the evening.
Each Silver Award winner has signed the Armed Forces Covenant, a commitment to supporting defence through services, policy and projects, with employers such as BD Print considered to have gone above and beyond with their support.
They showcased this support through engaging with initiatives such as employing veterans, supporting individuals transitioning out of the Armed Forces into a new career and providing flexibility for reservists.