T Newman Hire 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 T Newman Hire 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 T Newman Hire 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:
- Armed Forces Friendly
- UK Service Veterans And Leavers
- UK Reservists
We also pledge the following:

Flexible Working Arrangements: We will offer flexible working arrangements to accommodate the unique needs of reservists and service members, allowing them to balance their military commitments with their civilian careers. Training and Development: We commit to providing training and development programs that support the transition of service personnel into civilian roles, ensuring they have access to the skills necessary for successful career transitions. Fair Recruitment Practices: We promise to ensure that our recruitment practices are fair and transparent, giving due consideration to the experience gained by veterans and reservists during their military service. Support for Families: We will provide support to the families of service members and veterans, recognising the challenges they may face and helping as needed. Mental Health and Wellbeing: We are dedicated to promoting mental health and wellbeing among our employees who are part of the armed forces community, offering appropriate resources and support. Recognition of Skills: We will recognise the transferable skills gained during military service and ensure that these skills are appropriately utilised within our organisation. Reservist Support: We commit to supporting employees who are also reservists by providing them with the necessary time off and flexibility to fulfil their military duties. Community Engagement: We will engage with local armed forces communities through volunteering, outreach, and support initiatives, contributing to the wider welfare of service personnel. Promotion of the Covenant: We will actively promote the Armed Forces Covenant within our organization and encourage other businesses in our network to make similar commitments

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.