Reserve Forces Cadets Associations
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The Wales RFCA maintains the estate, provides support to the three Services and connects defence with society through the provision of an extensive network of networks in Wales.
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RFCA for Wales welcomes 100 guests to annual briefing
Group of speakers at RFCA for Wales' annual briefing 2024. Copyright: RFCA for Wales.
The event took place on Thursday 24 October at HMS Cambria in Cardiff Bay, and was attended by members of the armed forces community, partner organisations, employers and other key stakeholders.
The keynote speaker was Professor Simon Denny PhD, former Executive Dean at Northampton University, and lead author of theindependent reporton the positive impact of the cadet forces in Wales.
Ten Welsh organisations strike Gold
Group of the ten Welsh organisations that received the ERS Gold Award with key military figures and hosts. Copyright: RFCA for Wales.
Ten employers have been presented with the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award at a special ceremony in Cardiff.
The ten employers from across Wales were recognised for the outstanding support they give to the armed forces community at the awards ceremony held at HMS CAMBRIA, Cardiff Bay on 26September.
The awards evening began with a drinks reception and music from Cerys Rees, regimental harpist of the 3rdBattalion The Royal Welsh. Guests were also entertained by the Regimental Band and Corps of Drums of The Royal Welsh.
His Majestys Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards
Welsh Lord-Lieutenant logo. Copyright: RFCA for Wales.
Nominations are now open for His Majestys Lord-Lieutenant Certificate Of Merit awards.
The awards, hosted by RFCA for Wales, recognise outstanding service by reservists and cadet force adult volunteers, and are intended to supplement the New Year and Birthday Honours lists.
Lord-Lieutenants will give out these awards at 8 ceremonies in each of the preserved counties ofWales.
New Caldicot Joint Cadet Centre
Group of army cadets and adult volunteers in front of the new Joint Cadet Centre. Copyright: RFCA for Wales.
The new Joint Cadet Centre (JCC) project is the latest development in the Reserve Estate Optimisation Programme (REOP) in Wales, which aims to modernise existing cadet centres and create new, efficient facilities to benefit todays reserve forces and cadets.
It was built on the site of the old Army Cadet Force building in Mill Lane, Caldicot, which was razed to the ground to make way for the bespoke building shared by both army and air cadets in the town.
During the build, the cadets from Caldicot Army Cadet Force moved just a short distance away to Jubilee Way, taken in by the air cadets of 2012 (Caldicot) Squadron.
New report celebrates the positive impact of the cadet forces in Wales
Group of military cadets in uniform for the front cover of the 'Getting an Edge' report. Copyright: RFCA for Wales.
The report, titled Getting an Edge: The Impact and Value of the Cadet Forces in Wales was carried out by Professor Simon Denny, Professor Richard Hazenberg and Dr Claire Peterson-Young of the University of Northampton.
Commissioned by the Reserve Forces and Cadets Association (RFCA) for Wales, the study found that participation in the cadet forces led to increased social mobility, improved educational outcomes and enhanced employability.
Silver ERS winners 2024
Silver ERS winners 2024. Copyright: Wales RFCA.
19 of Wales top forces-friendly employers have been recognised with a prestigious award.
Representatives from the receiving organisations were presented with the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award for 2024 at the Pierhead Building in Cardiff Bay, on Wednesday 17 July.
They were also honoured guests at the 21 Gun Royal Salute to celebrate the birthday of Her Majesty the Queen.
19 Ministry of Defence Silver ERS Award winners in Wales
Bilingual Employer Recognition Scheme logo.
Were delighted to announce that an amazing 19 organisations in Wales have achieved the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award for 2024.
The prestigious Defence Silver ERS Award recognises employers who have actively demonstrated their support for the Armed Forces community through implementing practical policies in the workplace.
The 19 winners will be invited to receive their award at a special ceremony in Cardiff on 17 July.
Cardiff Business Club signs Armed Forces Covenant
Cardiff Business Club signs Armed Forces Covenant. Copyright: Morgan James Photography.
The event began with an address from Major General Duncan G Forbes, the Royal Navys Director of Strategy and Policy, and Assistant Chief of the Naval Staff. He gave a shout out to his old captain and mentor Brigadier Jock Fraser, who retires this summer, before fittingly highlighting his lectures theme of legacy.
The Major General discussed the broad strategic context of the Navys current work, while promising to use the occasion to tell stories, kindle relationships and rest.
12 people recognised by His Majestys Lord-Lieutenant of Gwynedd
Lord-Lieutenant of Gwynedd Awards. Copyright: RFCA for Wales.
The efforts of 12 people from across Gwynedd, including two young cadets, have been recognised by the Kings representative for the county.
In recognition of their outstanding service and devotion to duty, 7 people were awarded the Lord-Lieutenants Certificate of Merit by the Lord-Lieutenant of Gwynedd, Edmund Bailey Esq CStJ FRAgS.
The recipients were: Petty Officer Andrew Westall of Holyhead S