Bicester Motion pledges to sign the Armed Forces Covenant
Bicester Motion adds a new chapter to a distinguished military heritage by signing the Armed Forces Covenant
The signing serves to cement its commitment as custodians of a unique site, as employers of veterans, and in its ongoing support to the Armed Forces Community
Bicester Motion and 16 of its specialist automotive businesses will make their own unique Covenant commitments
Bicester Motion will be signing the Armed Forces Covenant in support of the Armed Forces community on the 25th August 2021. Through this pledge, Bicester Motion promises to provide equal opportunities for all forces personnel and their families, past, present and future by supporting and advocating the employment of service leavers and veterans as well as providing flexible leave for those whose partners are deployed amongst other commitments. A further 16 of the specialist automotive businesses that call Bicester Motion home will also sign the Covenant.
The Covenant itself is a nation-wide promise that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are not disadvantaged by their service and are treated fairly. Each business that signs the Covenant create unique pledges that reflect how best they can give their support to Defence personnel.
A number of specialist businesses from Bicester Motion’s Heritage quarter have created their own pledges; the Bicester Aerodrome Co., Blue Diamond Riley Services, Classic Performance Engineering, Classic Oils, Finest Hour Experiences, Harry Fraser Upholstery, Heritage Skills Academy, HERO ERA, Historit, Kingsbury Racing, Sky Wave Gin, The Little Car Company, The Wriggly Monkey Brewery, RH45 Insurance and the Vintage Radiator Co.
Set on the best-preserved pre-War RAF Bomber Training Station in the country, Bicester Motion is an experiential automotive resort with plans to encompass the breadth of automotive culture, from existing on-site historic vehicle specialists (at Bicester Heritage) through to future electric and autonomous technology. Bicester Motion recognises the value that serving personnel, both regular and reservists, in addition to veterans and military families have contributed to the site and the local community. As custodians of a unique military site, and hosts to the monthly Mission Motorsport “Veterans at Heritage” coffee mornings, the signing further cements Bicester Motion’s links with the Armed Forces.
These signings support the work of Mission Automotive, the Armed Forces Engagement programme for the automotive industry. The initiative is delivered by Mission Motorsport, The Forces’ Motorsport Charity in partnership with the Society of Motoring Manufacturers and Traders (SMMT) and the Royal Foundation, and is supported by the MOD.
James Cameron, CEO and Founder, Mission Motorsport said, “Bicester Motion’s own history is inextricably linked to the Forces and it is fantastic to see commitment to the preservation of such a unique part of our national heritage. Bicester Motion was a founder member of the Mission Automotive initiative, and has been a powerful advocate, encouraging others to follow in its footsteps, opening up opportunities for those seeking employment following a military career. We are incredibly proud to be working with all the companies and are one step closer to making Britain the best place to be a veteran.”
Dan Geoghegan, CEO, Bicester Motion adds: “As we continue to evolve as a recognised and vibrant motoring campus, it is our mission to provide a welcoming and equal-opportunities workplace for all. Encouraging access to the unique skillsets and talent from Armed Forces personnel will surely allow new opportunities for development and exchange at Bicester Motion.”