Heywood, Greater Manchester, UK: Asda Logistics Services has donated £40,000 to charity Veterans into Logistics which will help train 10 armed forces veterans into new careers as HGV drivers.
The charity has a two-year established partnership with Asda Logistics Services.
Veterans into Logistics CCO Major Ian Battersby said: ““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. We have already upskilled and supported veterans who are working for Asda Logistics 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.”
Liverpool-born Carl Smith got in touch with Veterans into Logistics as soon as he left the armed forces and he’s now a trainee HGV driver at Asda’s Skelmersdale depot.
He said: “Getting this job means a lot. Veterans into Logistics got me a direct link into Asda. I really appreciate the fact that Asda have taken me on.
Melanie Richmond, training manager at Asda Logistics Services said: “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.”
