Barbarian Facilities Management Limited
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 Barbarian Facilities Management Limited 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 Barbarian Facilities Management Limited 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 Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Service Spouses And Partners
- Flexible Leave For Spouses
- UK Reservists
- UK Cadets
- Armed Forces Day
- Discounts
We also pledge the following:
- Supporting the Employment of Veterans: We will actively promote opportunities for ex service personnel across all levels of our company. Veterans possess valuable skills such as leadership, discipline, teamwork, and the ability to work under pressurequalities that align closely with our operational values in the facilities and security sectors. To support this pledge, we commit to: Recognising and valuing military experience and qualifications during recruitment. Guaranteeing interviews for suitably qualified veterans who meet the job criteria. Creating a welcoming and understanding workplace culture that supports the transition from military to civilian life. Offering internal mentoring and support for veterans joining our company, including an onboarding process that addresses any specific transition needs. Ensure flexible working options are available, where possible, to accommodate their training and mobilisation. Recognise the transferable skills gained through reserve service, such as problem-solving, conflict resolution, and leadership, and factor them into career development and progression. 3. Supporting Armed Forces Families: The families of service personnel often face unique challenges, including relocation, separation, and long periods of adjustment. We are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment for Armed Forces families. Ensuring recruitment policies are inclusive and sensitive to the circumstances of Armed Forces families. Raising awareness within our team to help foster an understanding and empathetic workplace culture. 4. Promoting Our Support and Raising Awareness: Visibility and communication are key components of meaningful support. We want our customers, employees, and the broader community to be aware of our support for the Armed Forces. To promote this: We will proudly display the Armed Forces Covenant logo on our website, emails, and marketing materials. Share information about our support on social media and company newsletters. Work towards applying for the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Bronze award, with a roadmap towards achieving silver and gold recognition in the future. 5. Providing Discounts and Practical Benefits: As a token of appreciation, we will offer practical benefits to Armed Forces personnel and veterans using our services. Consideration of further tailored services or package options that meet the needs of military families, such as flexible cleaning or security schedules during deployment. Collaborating with veteran-owned suppliers and businesses where possible to contribute to the broader Armed Forces business community. Monitoring and Accountability We understand the importance of turning words into actions. To ensure that we meet our commitments, we will: Appoint an internal Armed Forces Champion within our leadership team to oversee these pledges. Include progress updates in our annual review meetings. Seek feedback from Armed Forces personnel who engage with our services or employment opportunities. Regularly review our pledges and update them based on feedback, new initiatives, or organisational growth.
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.