TDL Future Ltd
We, the undersigned, commit to honour the Armed Forces Covenant and support the Armed Forces Community. We recognise the value Serving Personnel, both Regular and Reservists, Veterans and military families contribute to our business and our country.
The Armed Forces Covenant
An enduring covenant between the people of the United Kingdom, Her Majesty’s Government and all those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces of the Crown and their families
The first duty of Government is the defence of the realm. Our Armed Forces fulfil that responsibility on behalf of the Government, sacrificing some civilian freedoms, facing danger and, sometimes, suffering serious injury or death as a result of their duty. Families also play a vital role in supporting the operational effectiveness of our Armed Forces. In return, the whole nation has a moral obligation to the members of the Naval Service, the Army and the Royal Air Force, together with their families. They deserve our respect and support, and fair treatment.
Those who serve in the Armed Forces, whether Regular or Reserve, those who have served in the past, and their families, should face no disadvantage compared to other citizens in the provision of public and commercial services. Special consideration is appropriate in some cases, especially for those who have given most such as the injured and the bereaved.
This obligation involves the whole of society: it includes voluntary and charitable bodies, private organisations, and the actions of individuals in supporting the Armed Forces. Recognising those who have performed military duty unites the country and demonstrates the value of their contribution. This has no greater expression than in upholding this Covenant.
Section 1: Principles of the Armed Forces Corporate Covenant
1.1 We TDL Future Ltd will endeavour in our business dealings to uphold the key principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, which are:
- no member of the Armed Forces Community should face disadvantage in the provision of public and commercial services compared to any other citizen;
- and in some circumstances that special treatment may be appropriate especially for the injured or bereaved.
Section 2: Demonstrating our commitment
2.1 TDL Future Ltd recognises the value serving personnel, reservists, veterans and military families bring to our business. We will seek to uphold the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, by pledging to the following:
- UK Reservists
- Armed Forces Day
- Reserve Forces Day
We also pledge the following:
Promoting the Armed Forces: At TDL, we are committed to promoting the Armed Forces in various ways. We firmly be-lieve in recognizing and supporting the contributions of the military community. Here’s how we uphold this pledge: Supporting the One-Course Foundation: TDL proudly supports the One-Course Founda-tion at our annual golf day. This charity is dedicated to helping veterans and their families transition to civilian life successfully. By participating in this event, we actively contribute to their mission. Sustainability and Tech Hardware Partners: We are honored to collaborate with sustain-ability and tech hardware partners who are veteran-owned businesses. These partnerships reflect our commitment to supporting the Armed Forces community, both through our busi-ness associations and by promoting the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant. Veteran-Owned Business: TDL proudly promotes itself as a veteran-owned business. This designation signifies our deep respect for military service and our dedication to creat-ing opportunities for veterans within our organization and the wider business community. Our efforts to promote the Armed Forces extend to our employees, customers, suppliers, and the public. We aim to raise awareness of the importance of supporting our military per-sonnel and their families, both within our organization and across the industry. Employment support to members of the Armed Forces Community: At TDL, we are committed to providing employment support to members of the Armed Forces Community. We understand the value of their skills and experiences and are dedi-cated to offering opportunities for their professional growth. Here’s how we uphold this pledge: Supporting the One-Course Foundation: Our partnership with the One-Course Founda-tion not only extends to charity events but also includes providing opportunities for veterans to transition into the workforce. We actively engage with this charity to create pathways for veterans to secure meaningful employment. Future Commitment to the Skilled Veteran Community in Tech: As we continue to grow and scale our operations, we recognize the vast potential of the skilled veteran community in the tech industry. In the future, we are committed to exploring avenues for collaboration and employment opportunities for veterans within the tech sector. This commitment reflects our belief in the importance of offering meaningful career paths to those who have served our country. Our dedication to employment support encompasses recruitment, training, and ongoing professional development for veterans. We are proud to be an organization that actively seeks to harness the talents of the Armed Forces Community, recognizing the unique skills and qualities they bring to the workplace. Reserves: supporting our employees who are members of the Reserve Forces; granting additional paid/unpaid leave for annual Reserve Forces training; supporting any mobilisa-tions and deployment; actively encouraging members of staff to become Reservists; National Events: supporting Armed Forces Day, Reserves Day, the Poppy Appeal Day and Remembrance activities; Other commitments/opportunities: At TDL, we recognise the importance of actively promoting the benefits of military service and the Armed Forces Covenant. In addition to the commitments outlined above, our ex-military founders, Stuart Waddington and Paul Elias, are dedicated to raising awareness and fostering a deeper understanding of the covenant’s significance through various ave-nues. These include: Business Networking: Stuart Waddington serves as the Cheshire Chair of the Institute of Directors (IoD), where he actively promotes the Armed Forces Covenant and its ad-vantages among business leaders and professionals. Podcast Engagement: Our podcast, “The Leadership Lounge Podcast,” provides a plat-form to engage in meaningful conversations about the Covenant, military service, leader-ship, and its impact on various sectors. Guest Speaking: We are committed to sharing our insights and experiences in both busi-ness and education settings, including colleges and universities. By doing so, we aim to in-spire others and underline the value of military service and the Covenant. These additional initiatives underscore our dedication to upholding the Armed Forces Cov-enant’s principles and promoting a culture of respect and support for the Armed Forces Community in every possible way. We remain committed to actively pursuing opportunities to strengthen our support and en-gagement with the military community.
2.2 We will publicise these commitments through our literature and/or on our website, setting out how we will seek to honour them and inviting feedback from the Service community and our customers on how we are doing.