Wakefield Council

Our commitment to the Armed Forces Covenant

The district's support for the armed services community was reinforced by the signing of an official Covenant on 13 November 2011. It is a statement of mutual support between the civilian and local armed forces communities.

The Covenant aims to:

• encourage local communities to support the Armed Forces community in their areas
• nurture public understanding and awareness amongst the public of issues affecting the Armed Forces community
• recognise and remember the sacrifices faced by the Armed Forces Community
• encourage activities which help to integrate the Armed Forces Community into local life
• to encourage the Armed Forces Community to help and support the wider community, whether through participation in events and joint projects, or other forms of engagement. 

About us

Wakefield Council is the largest employer in the district and the 18th largest in England and Wales with over 8,000 employees engaged in a variety of different occupations providing a comprehensive range of services. We have a clear and ambitious vision for a 21st Century district where everyone benefits from the strengths of the district and its continued growth.  We are committed to quality in everything we do, from public realm to social care – and to securing the best possible outcomes for all our people, in all our places.

Through bringing together our communities and working with partners, we will make the most of people's skills, initiative and resources to ensure they achieve their full potential and help maintain a strong and successful district.

We are a Council with strong political and managerial leadership, high skills and competencies, and dedicated and empowered people.