Stagecoach Achieves Gold Award for Outstanding Support to Armed Forces Community

Stagecoach Achieves Gold Award for Outstanding Support to Armed Forces Community

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach, the UK’s largest bus and coach operator, has earned the prestigious Gold Award from the Armed Forces Covenant under the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme. This achievement highlights the company’s ongoing support for the armed forces community, including over 2,000 veterans and reservists currently employed. Since joining the Armed Forces Covenant in 2015, Stagecoach has consistently advanced its initiatives, supported by its employee-led Veterans Network, which advocates for veterans and reservists within the company. Key achievements include participation in 29 Ministry of Defence career fairs, resulting in the recruitment of 49 armed forces personnel into various roles. The company remains dedicated to fostering inclusion and providing meaningful opportunities for veterans, reservists, and military families.

(PRESS RELEASE) PERTH, 23-Nov-2024 — /EuropaWire/ — Stagecoach, the UK’s largest bus and coach operator, has been honored with the Gold Award from the Armed Forces Covenant under The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS). This prestigious recognition highlights the company’s sustained commitment to supporting veterans, reservists, and the wider armed forces community.

With over 2,000 veterans and reservists currently employed, Stagecoach stands as one of the UK’s largest employers of ex-forces personnel. The company has steadily progressed through the ERS awards, achieving Bronze, Silver, and now Gold status over the past three years.

Commitment to the Armed Forces Community

Since joining the Armed Forces Covenant in 2015, Stagecoach has actively demonstrated its dedication to valuing the contributions of serving personnel, veterans, and military families. This commitment is bolstered by the Stagecoach Armed Forces Employee Network, a group of over 100 employees who work collaboratively to raise awareness and influence company decisions to better support the armed forces community.

Key Achievements Driving Gold Status

Key to Stagecoach’s Gold Award achievement was its participation in 29 Ministry of Defence Career Transition Partnership fairs, where 49 veterans and reservists were recruited into roles such as drivers, engineers, and managers across the UK.

Leadership Perspective

Claire Miles, Chief Executive Officer of Stagecoach, said:
“I am incredibly proud of our team for achieving the Gold Standard Award for the Armed Forces Covenant. This milestone is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our employees, who continue to champion initiatives that support those who serve and have served our country.”

Simon Tramalloni, Interim Operations Director for Stagecoach Merseyside, Cheshire & South Lancashire and Armed Forces & Veterans Co-Lead, added:
“Our Veterans Network plays a vital role in ensuring we provide meaningful opportunities and support to the armed forces community. This award recognizes the incredible contributions of veterans and reservists, and we will continue to advocate for their value, both within our organization and the communities we serve.”

Looking Ahead

Stagecoach’s Gold Award cements its position as a leading advocate for armed forces personnel in the workplace. The company remains committed to driving awareness of the benefits that veterans and reservists bring to employers, fostering inclusion, and providing opportunities to this talented community.

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SOURCE: Stagecoach