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Detail Homes Expands Property Portfolio Across North West, Seeking Partners and InvestorsA North West property developer with strong military connections is expanding its footprint across the region with several new developments in the pipeline.Detail Homes, which has military veterans in key leadership positions, is currently completing three apartments in Mossley for the open market while awaiti

National Transition Event: Beyond Networks to True CollaborationThe Silverstone Circuit—home to British motorsport excellence—recently hosted a different kind of high-performance gathering. The National Transition Event, orchestrated by Mission Motorsport, brought together veterans, serving personnel, employers, and support organisations in what can only be described as a masterclass in collaborat

MSc Research Seeks Veterans' Input on Construction Career Transition. Project RECCE is supporting groundbreaking research into military-to-construction career transitions, led by Portsmouth University MSc student Paul Goodwin. The study aims to identify challenges and opportunities for veterans entering the construction sector."With the construction industry facing skills shortages and veterans of

Former British Army Officer Rob Shenton has secured a place in Team UK for the 2025 Invictus Games, marking a remarkable achievement following multiple setbacks including a life-threatening accident and previous unsuccessful applications.Shenton, 52, who served 25 years before being medically discharged with recurrent depression and PTSD, will compete in Indoor Rowing at the upcoming Games in Cana

Sunbelt Rentals Joins Forces with Project RECCE to Support VeteransSunbelt Rentals, a leading equipment rental solutions provider, has taken a significant step in supporting the UK's military veteran community by joining the Project RECCE Employment Rendezvous (ERV) digital platform. This innovative partnership marks a new chapter in veteran employment support within the construction and equipment

As reported by Forces News: https://www.forcesnews.com/veterans/veterans-who-protected-democracy-can-now-practise-it-veterans-id-card-says-carnsThe Government has announced it has backed the use of Armed Forces veteran ID cards as voter ID in forthcoming elections.Minister for Veterans and People Al Carns says the move means veterans who have protected democracy during their service can now practi

[Manchester, 7th October 2024] - Project RECCE CIO, a national charity dedicated to supporting the UK military community, is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking Employment Rendezvous (ERV) app. Now available on iTunes and soon to be launched on Google Play, ERV is a professional social media platform designed to connect UK military veterans with forces-friendly employers.Developed i

Celebrating 5 Years of Project RECCE: A Triumph of Veterans in ConstructionAs we reflect on the recent Project RECCE 'Veterans Lead the Way' event at the National Memorial Arboretum, it's clear that consistency and commitment have been the cornerstones of this remarkable initiative's success.Since its inception just five years ago, Project RECCE has transformed the landscape of veteran employment

On the 3rd June 2024, our CEO Neil Houlihan and COO John Davies were invited to a round table discussion by the Royal British Legion and The Labour Party leader Sir Kier Starmer and Shadow Defence Secretary John Healy put forward their plans for #Veterans and Defence, should they be successful at the upcoming #GeneralElection24. Afterwards, we were able to meet with Sir Kier, Mr Healy and some ten

We are very proud and privileged to announce that we have been nominated for Advocate Organisation of the Year in the Ex-Forces in Business Awards 2024. It means a great deal to be recognised for all of the hard work, long days, highs and lows that is running a charity in 2024.Whatever the outcome, our thanks go out to our wonderful Trustees, the Senior Leadership Team, our magnificent volunteer A

On Wednesday, 5th July 2023, Project RECCE CIO HQ in Romiley had the honour of hosting a special guest, Mrs. Diane Hawkins JP LLB, the Lord Lieutenant of Greater Manchester. This prestigious visit marked an important occasion as Dandara Ltd, a prominent construction company with an annula turnover in excess of £750m, signed the Armed Forces Covenant in her presence. The event brought together bene

Yesterday our COO John Davies JP VR FIoL paid a visit to DAY Project Management in Manchester City Centre to meet with Ryan Crockett Jack Street and Barry Cleminson MAPM and to find out about how the company benefits from recruiting military #veterans. It was an enlightening visit and a pleasure to meet a team from such a fresh and forward-thinking organisation that is extremely conscientious of i

Today, our CEO Neil Houlihan had the incredible opportunity to meet with the Cabinet Minister for Veterans Affairs and the Prime Minister to discuss #OpPROSPER & #ProjectRECCE. As a representative of one of the UK's largest industries & construction companies, it was an honour to showcase our commitment to supporting our veterans and their transition into civilian life.Project RECCE is not just ab