The Ministry of Defence has given special recognition to Cambridgeshire County Council by granting it the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award.
The award is the highest level of recognition for employers who go above and beyond in supporting the Armed Forces community. This includes veterans, reservists, military families, those transitioning from service, and the cadet movement.
The scheme has three tiers – Bronze, Silver and Gold – with Gold reserved for organisations showing exceptional leadership and long-term commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant.
Cambridgeshire County Council first achieved Gold in 2020. The latest reaccreditation extends the status for another five years, highlighting the council’s ongoing support for staff with military backgrounds and commitments.
To secure the award, the council provided evidence of inclusive policies and practices that remove barriers and allow Armed Forces colleagues to succeed. It also demonstrates a workplace culture that values and empowers members of the military community.
The council is an active member of the Cambridgeshire and Peterborough Armed Forces Covenant Partnership. It works locally to share best practice and improve access to support networks for service personnel.
Councillor Yannifer Malinowski, Armed Forces Elected Member Champion, said:
“This reaccreditation is a powerful endorsement of the Council’s continued commitment to the Armed Forces community. It reflects the dedication of our staff, the strength of our partnerships and the continuous work behind the scenes that has created a culture where those who serve, or have served, are recognised and supported.
“The Gold Award is the result of genuine collaboration across the organisation to remove barriers, champion fairness and uphold the values of the Armed Forces Covenant.”
A formal revalidation ceremony will take place at New Shire Hall, Alconbury Weald in 2026, with the Lord-Lieutenant in attendance.
