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Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA)

Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCA)

Reserve Forces' and Cadets' Associations (RFCAs) support the UK's Reserve Forces and Cadet organizations by providing local knowledge, advice, and assistance. They facilitate recruitment, training, and community engagement to strengthen the Reserve and Cadet presence across the UK.

Communication Overview

Total releases

Number of press releases published by this department during the last 12 months, based on publicly available announcements.
12

Avg per month

Average number of press releases published per calendar month over the last 12 months. This smooths short-term fluctuations in publishing activity.
1

Avg word count

Average length of published press releases, measured in words. Calculated only for months where content was published.
487

Avg readability

Average Flesch Reading Ease score across all published press releases. Higher values indicate plainer English. Scores are indicative only and vary by subject matter.
29.8

Friday PM releases

Percentage of press releases published after 3pm on Fridays, relative to the department’s total output during the period.
0%

Single-release items

Estimated proportion of announcements published once, without a closely related follow-up release during the same period. This is based on similarity of titles and timing.
85.7%
Metrics are descriptive only and indicate publication patterns rather than intent or impact.

Releases per month

Based on publicly published press releases (last 12 months)

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RFCA for Wales welcome 150 guests to annual briefing

RFCA for Wales welcome 150 guests to annual briefing

Thursday, 23 October 2025

The Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (RFCA) for Wales welcomed a packed house of 150 guests to its annual briefing....

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Twelve Welsh organisations strike Gold

Twelve Welsh organisations strike Gold

Tuesday, 30 September 2025

Twelve Welsh employers have been presented with the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award at a ceremony in Cardiff....

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Mars UK signs Armed Forces Covenant to support military community

Mars UK signs Armed Forces Covenant to support military community

Wednesday, 24 September 2025

Mars UK has pledged its commitment to supporting the military community by signing the Armed Forces Covenant....

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His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards 2026 to 2027

His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards 2026 to 2027

Monday, 01 September 2025

Nominations are open for His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificate of Merit awards 2026 and 2027....

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2025 Silver ERS employers celebrated

2025 Silver ERS employers celebrated

Thursday, 24 July 2025

Seventeen of Wales’ forces-friendly employers have been recognised with the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award....

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Over 200 employers recognised with Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award for outstanding support to the armed forces community

Over 200 employers recognised with Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award for outstanding support to the armed forces community

Sunday, 20 July 2025

Employers from several industries have been recognised for their exceptional support to the armed forces community with the Gold Defence Employer Reco...

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Celebrations as 17 Ministry of Defence Silver ERS Award winners are announced in Wales

Celebrations as 17 Ministry of Defence Silver ERS Award winners are announced in Wales

Tuesday, 17 June 2025

17 organisations in Wales have been awarded the 2025 Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award among more than 300 nationally....

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Equine therapy at the heart of an award winning, veteran led community hub in the Rhondda Valley

Equine therapy at the heart of an award winning, veteran led community hub in the Rhondda Valley

Tuesday, 10 June 2025

Equine therapy is at the heart of an award-winning, veteran-led community hub in the Rhondda Valley....

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10 new Joint Cadet Centres delivered in Wales

10 new Joint Cadet Centres delivered in Wales

Thursday, 22 May 2025

10 new Joint Cadet Centres are being delivered in Wales as part of a national effort to modernise the reserve and cadet estate....

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Ten people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Clwyd in Wrexham ceremony

Ten people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Clwyd in Wrexham ceremony

Tuesday, 11 March 2025

The efforts of 10 people from across Clwyd have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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Twelve people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Dyfed

Twelve people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Dyfed

Wednesday, 26 February 2025

The efforts of 12 people, including 7 young cadets, from across Dyfed have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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Sixteen people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord  Lieutenant of Gwent

Sixteen people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Gwent

Monday, 03 February 2025

The efforts of 16 people, including 3 young cadets from across Gwent have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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Eleven people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of West Glamorgan

Eleven people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of West Glamorgan

Monday, 20 January 2025

The efforts of 11 people from West Glamorgan, including 4 young cadets, have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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RFCA conference highlights the integral role of reserves and cadets in national defence

RFCA conference highlights the integral role of reserves and cadets in national defence

Monday, 18 November 2024

The 2024 RFCA conference focussed on the vital contribution of the RFCA network in connecting defence and broader society....

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RFCA for Wales welcomes 100 guests to annual briefing

RFCA for Wales welcomes 100 guests to annual briefing

Friday, 01 November 2024

The Reserve Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (RFCA) for Wales welcomed around 100 guests to its annual briefing....

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Ten Welsh organisations strike Gold

Ten Welsh organisations strike Gold

Monday, 30 September 2024

Ten employers have been presented with the prestigious Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award at a special ceremony in Cardiff....

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New report celebrates the positive impact of the cadet forces in Wales

New report celebrates the positive impact of the cadet forces in Wales

Thursday, 08 August 2024

A new independent report outlines the positive impact the cadet forces have on young people, adult volunteers and wider society in Wales....

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19 of Wales’ top forces friendly employers have been recognised with a prestigious award

19 of Wales’ top forces friendly employers have been recognised with a prestigious award

Monday, 22 July 2024

19 organisations from across Wales were presented with the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award for 2024....

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19 Ministry of Defence Silver ERS Award winners in Wales

19 Ministry of Defence Silver ERS Award winners in Wales

Wednesday, 03 July 2024

We’re delighted to announce that an amazing 19 organisations in Wales have achieved the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Silver Award for 202...

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Sea Cadets Sefton lead the way with Armed Forces Covenant signature

Sea Cadets Sefton lead the way with Armed Forces Covenant signature

Friday, 24 May 2024

Sea Cadets Sefton became the first Sea Cadet unit to sign the Armed Forces Covenant....

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Cardiff Business Club signs Armed Forces Covenant

Cardiff Business Club signs Armed Forces Covenant

Tuesday, 07 May 2024

Cardiff Business Club signs the Armed Forces Covenant alongside Cardiff Bus at its latest event, sponsored by Wales RFCA....

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12 people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Gwynedd

12 people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Gwynedd

Monday, 29 April 2024

The efforts of 12 people from across Gwynedd, including two young cadets, have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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14 people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord  Lieutenant of Gwent

14 people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Gwent

Friday, 12 April 2024

The efforts of 14 people, including 9 young cadets from across Gwent have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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Twelve people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Clwyd

Twelve people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Clwyd

Tuesday, 26 March 2024

The efforts of twelve people from across Clwyd have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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Historical signing at the Horse Guards

Historical signing at the Horse Guards

Tuesday, 12 March 2024

Lidl GB became a pioneer in the retail sector by signing the Armed Forces Covenant at the historic Horse Guards. ...

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Ten people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Dyfed

Ten people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Dyfed

Friday, 08 March 2024

The efforts of ten people from across Dyfed, including two young cadets, have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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Royal recognition for eight people

Royal recognition for eight people

Friday, 23 February 2024

Eight people have been awarded the Lord-Lieutenant’s Certificate of Merit by His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of South Glamorgan Mrs Morfudd Meredith....

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Outstanding service and devotion to duty recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Mid Glamorgan

Outstanding service and devotion to duty recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Mid Glamorgan

Friday, 09 February 2024

Two people have been awarded the Lord-Lieutenant’s Certificate of Merit by His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant of Mid Glamorgan, Professor Peter Vaughan QPM...

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Fifteen people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of West Glamorgan

Fifteen people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of West Glamorgan

Friday, 26 January 2024

The efforts of 15 people, including four young cadets, from across West Glamorgan have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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Four people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Powys

Four people recognised by His Majesty’s Lord Lieutenant of Powys

Friday, 12 January 2024

The efforts of four people from across Powys have been recognised by the King’s representative for the county....

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