Clackmannanshire Council was awarded the Silver award of the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) in 2025.
The Award from the Ministry of Defence is in recognition of the support the organisation gives to the Armed Forces community.
The Defence Employer Recognition Scheme recognises those who demonstrate or advocate support to the Armed Forces community and align their values with the Armed Forces Covenant – a pledge from the nation that those who serve or who have served and their families are treated fairly.
Silver winners must meet certain criteria, including: employing at least one individual from the Armed Forces community, actively ensuring that their workforce is aware of their positive policies, demonstrating support to mobilisations of Reservists and providing at least five days’ additional leave for training.
Clackmannanshire Council received the Bronze award in 2019. More information on this scheme can be found on the government website (Defence Employer Recognition Scheme - GOV.UK)
The Council entered the Armed Forces Community Covenant in 2012 and then reaffirmed its allegiance by signing a refreshed Community Covenant in 2018.
Clackmannanshire Council also employs staff who are members of the Reserve Forces and the Council recognises the valuable contribution that Reservists make to the UK Armed Forces, their communities and the civilian workplace.
The Council also recognises the role of Cadet Force Adult Volunteers (CFAVs).
Clackmannanshire Council is committed to supporting members of the Reserve Forces and the commitments set out in achieving continued Employer Recognition Scheme.