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“We want Derbyshire to become the UK’s most Forces-friendly county”

A business forum dedicated to supporting the Armed Forces Community has set out its ambition to help Derbyshire become the most Forces-friendly county for Reservists, Cadets and Veterans at its inaugural meeting.

Beckingham Cadet Training Centre scoops top sustainability prize at East Midlands property awards

Beckingham Cadet Training Centre, in Lincolnshire, has won further praise for its sustainability-led approach.

Kendrew calling: New Cadet Centre opens at Army Barracks in Rutland

His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Rutland, Dr Sarah Furness, has officially opened the new Army Cadet Force (ACF) Detachment building at Kendrew Barracks.

Inside RFCA: documentary series takes viewers behind the scenes of East Midlands Reserve Forces and Cadets Association’s value-adding work

A new documentary offering viewers a greater insight into what makes East Midlands Reserve Forces and Cadets Association (RFCA) an integral partner to Defence is being released today.

Employer recognition: Regional winners of prestigious Gold Award revealed

Major East Midlands employers and businesses from strategically important sectors have been recognised for their strong commitments to Armed Forces personnel.

Reserves and resilience in the spotlight at the biggest Regional Engagement with Defence to date

A whole-of-society approach to national Defence and resilience is required to combat modern-day threats to our society.

Affinity Flying Services on the value of the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme

If you apply to become a pilot with the Royal Air Force, the first cockpit you are likely to step into is that of the Grob 120TP-A.

Chesterfield builder battles French troops at Europe’s most advanced military urban training facility

An Army Reservist from Chesterfield spent two weeks practising explosive door breaches, room clearances and combat engineering tasks at Europe’s most advanced military urban training facility in February this year.

East Midlands firms recognised for leading the way in support of the Government’s ‘whole-of-society’ Defence framework

Twelve organisations from the East Midlands have been presented with the Silver Award in the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme for demonstrating exceptional support for members of the Armed Forces community.