On the 5th – 11th October 2026 we celebrate the first National Cadets Week (NCW). Employers Toolkit: National Cadets Week 2026 – Get Involved Toolkit Resources: National Cadet Week Resources National Cadets Week (NCW) is the national celebration dedicated to showcasing the impact of the UK’s MOD sponsored cadet forces. The week is designed to inspire, recruit and celebrate, highlighting how cadets develop…
Property and facilities management is one of the most significant functions of West Midland RFCA. Our Estates team is made up of highly skilled professionals who, on behalf of the Ministry of Defence, are responsible for maintaining more than 400 buildings across 148 sites. This extensive estate provides the essential infrastructure that supports Reserve and Cadet activity throughout the region. One of those…
Every month, we shine a spotlight on employers across the West Midlands who are going above and beyond to support the Armed Forces community. These stories offer valuable insight into what it means to sign the Armed Forces Covenant and the positive impact it has on both organisations and the people who work for them. This month, we spoke to West Midlands Police…
On Sunday 26 July, 14 Cadets from 124 (Hereford) Squadron RAFAC set off bright and early for Dover to catch the ferry to Dunkirk, before continuing their journey to Ypres, Belgium. For several Cadets it was their first trip overseas, and for some it was even their first ferry crossing – the adventure had begun. Following the long journey, the Squadron’s first stop…
Every month, we shine a light on employers across the West Midlands who are going above and beyond to support the Armed Forces community. These stories provide valuable insight into what it means to sign the Armed Forces Covenant. This month, we spoke to Traffix, a leading temporary traffic management and events management company. Operating from three strategically positioned depots across Central England,…
A fantastic evening at the Shropshire Armed Forces Drinks Reception and Engagement Event hosted at Hatfields Land Rover. Guests were able to enjoy delicious canapés and fizz, wonderful performances from the Shropshire Brass Ensemble, the stirring sounds of the Shropshire Army Cadet Force Bugles, and the chance to explore an impressive display of vintage military vehicles. A huge thank you to MC, Samantha…
Every month, we’re shining a spotlight on organisations across the West Midlands that are committed to supporting the Armed Forces community. This month, in celebration of Reserves Day, we are proud to feature Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), a Gold employer that has held the Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award since 2015. At JLR, this commitment is brought to life through the experiences…
Darren Knight is one of three Defence Relationship Managers (DRM) for the West Midland RFCA (WM RFCA). Darren has worked for the WM RFCA for two years. His role consists of building relationships between industry and Defence. “One of the first steps in establishing that relationship is through the Armed Forces Covenant, which is one of the main areas I work on. Another…
Meet Stacy Cleghorn, an Army veteran with 26 years of service. Stacy joined the Army when she was just 16 years old, with no previous military experience and no family members who had served in the Armed Forces. She grew up in East London and, like many 16-year-olds leaving school, wasn’t sure what she wanted to do with her life. Why Stacy Joined…
We want to say a big congratulations to all our 2026 Employer Recognition Scheme Silver Award recipients across the West Midlands. These organisations have gone above and beyond in their support for the Armed Forces community, helping to create more forces-friendly workplaces and recognising the values that Reservists, Veterans, the Cadet movement, military families and service leavers bring. There are 31 Silver Award…
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