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Gloucestershire Freemasons sign the Military Covenant
05.02.2024

Tim Henderson-Ross, the head of Gloucestershire Freemasons, signed the Armed Forces Covenant at Imjin Barracks near Gloucester. The Covenant was countersigned by Brigadier Jonathan Biggart […]

Wessex RFCA appoints new Chief Executive
05.02.2024

 Wessex Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association has welcomed new a Chief Executive. Neville Holmes MBE, who started with the organisation at the beginning of January, […]

Somerset Army Cadets triumph on the football field
30.01.2024

Winning has become a habit for Somerset cadets with yet another triumph in the sporting arena, this time on the football field.Held on the sports […]

Launch of OP COURAGE
19.01.2024

The NHS rolled out an expanded mental health support service for Armed Forces veterans, as a survey found that more than half find it difficult […]

Employer Recognition Scheme Gold and Silver Awards windows for 2024 are open
18.01.2024

Attention Employers! The windows for the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme Gold and Silver Awards for 2024 are now OPEN! Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to […]

Hard facilities management services for the Volunteer Estate to be delivered by the MoD Built Estate Contracts
12.12.2023

Following the conclusion of the Volunteer Estate Value for Money Study, it has been agreed that Hard Facilities Management services for the Volunteer Estate will […]

Gold Awards 2023
01.12.2023

What a night!On 23 November 2023, in the stunning Stonehouse Barracks, we gathered to celebrate seventeen exceptional employers who’d achieved the Employer Recognition Scheme Gold […]

Remembrance Rugby Match
30.11.2023

In November, a Remembrance Rugby match was held at Taunton Rugby Football Club.Members of the Armed Forces Community, including Cadets enjoyed a great day out […]

New build garages and stores at Keynsham
24.11.2023

Wessex RFCA is nearing completion of the new build garages and stores at Keynsham ARC.The Estates department undertook inductions with key personnel on the site […]

2023 AGM REPORT
23.11.2023

Please use the tabs on the right hand side of the screen to view the 2023 AGM Report.

Hartpury University and Hartpury College awarded the Employer Recognition Scheme Bronze Award
22.11.2023

Words and photo from Hartpury University and Hartpury College.Hartpury University and Hartpury College has been recognised with a prestigious award from the Ministry of Defence, […]

North Somerset Council signs the Armed Forces Covenant
14.11.2023

The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise from the nation, ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, […]

Taunton Town Council signs the Armed Forces Covenant
13.11.2023

Words and image – Taunton Town CouncilAs part of a service of dedication for the Field of Remembrance at Taunton Minster, on 9 November 2023, […]

Dorset Army Cadet Forces East Company Cadets raise over £5000 for Helping Homeless Veterans UK Charity
14.09.2023

Words and image courtesy of Dorset Army Cadet Force.Cadets from Dorset Army Cadet Force, East Company held a “Big Sleep Out” in July 2023 in […]

Devon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service signs the Armed Forces Covenant
23.08.2023

Gavin Ellis, Devon and Somerset’s Fire and Rescue Service’s new Chief Officer, signed the Armed Forces Covenant on 3 August 2023 alongside Naval Regional Commander, […]


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