Two Worcestershire organisations have "won gold" for their support of the Armed Forces community.

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust and Worcestershire County Council were among 193 UK organisations rthat have received the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme Gold Award.

Minister for Veterans and People, Alistair Carns, said: "Our Armed Forces Community make incredible sacrifices to keep the nation safe, and it is only right that they are welcomed and valued in the workplace."

Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust said: "The Award demonstrates our commitment to caring for our Armed Forces community, both as patients and employees."