Asda invests in Veterans’ charity training ex-military as HGV drivers
Asda has invested £40,000 in non-profit organisation, Veterans into Logistics to train 10 armed forces veterans into new careers as HGV drivers.
Building on the charity’s two year established partnership with Asda Logistics Services, the Big 4 grocers donation will help to provide training and mentoring for the veterans to pass their HGV licenses.
The charity, which looks to prevent homelessness and unemployment in the veteran community provides personal mentoring alongside its dedicated driver training scheme.
“We are delighted to continue our partnership with Veterans into Logistics with this investment that will help to support 10 armed forces veterans with the opportunity to be upskilled to hold an HGV licence,” Asda Logistics Services training manager, Melanie Richmond said.
“We have been working with Veterans into Logistics for the last two years, helping them with their vision of supporting and rehabilitating ex-armed forces back into work and civilian life and the next step of their life journey.”
Veterans into Logistics CCO major Ian Battersby added: “We are so pleased that Asda continue to partner with us and see the benefits of employing veterans with the dedication and skills they bring.
He added: “We have already upskilled and supported veterans who are working for Asda Logistic Services who say they are enjoying their new careers and feel respected and appreciated by Asda. This donation will be life-changing for the veterans it supports, bringing structure, stability and financial security.”
