HSQE Consultancy Ltd
Source: gov.uk (2025-11-10)

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 HSQE Consultancy 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 HSQE Consultancy 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:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- Armed Forces Charities
We also pledge the following:

Our Engagement - Involve representatives from the Armed Forces community in policy-making processes that directly affect them. Foster a supportive environment for service members and veterans within the local community, encouraging mutual understanding and respect. Recognise the sacrifices of families of Armed Forces personnel and provide adequate support in areas of education, healthcare, and housing. Our Outreach - Conduct regular awareness campaigns to educate the public about the role, contributions, and needs of the Armed Forces community. Collaborate with charities, non-profits, and other organisations dedicated to supporting the Armed Forces community. Offer guidance and support for service members transitioning to civilian life, including career counselling and job placement services. Commercial - Promote fair hiring practices that favourably consider the unique skills and experiences of veterans and service members. Provide a supportive workplace environment for reservists, including accommodating their training schedules and deployment commitments. Encourage the inclusion of veteran-owned businesses in the supply chain and procurement processes. Encourage the inclusion of veteran-owned businesses in the supply chain and procurement processes. Host networking events and forums to connect veterans with business leaders and entrepreneurs in all relevant sectors. Facilitate access to resources, training assistance for veterans and service members interested in starting their own businesses. Implement loyalty programs that recognise and reward the patronage of Armed Forces members and their families. Commit to sustainable business practices that consider the well-being of service members and their families

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.