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Dave Dacquino Appointed to Nathan Board of Directors

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Monday, August 31, 2020

ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Nathan Associates, Inc. (Nathan), a private international economic and analytics consulting firm, announced today that David J. Dacquino, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Serco Inc., has been appointed to Nathan's Board of Directors.

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  • ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 31, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Nathan Associates, Inc. (Nathan), a private international economic and analytics consulting firm, announced today that David J. Dacquino, Chairman of the Board and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Serco Inc., has been appointed to Nathan's Board of Directors.
  • Mr. Dacquino has a successful track record of leading businesses as CEO at Serco, Skylink Aviation, and VT Group.
  • "Dave Dacquino is a highly accomplished and respected business leader, and we are so pleased he has joined our board of directors.
  • Dave brings critical experience in large global operations that will help us advance our plans to continue to grow and diversity Nathan," said Susan Chodakewitz, President and CEO of Nathan.

The Salvation Army Braces for Category 4 Hurricane Laura

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Thursday, August 27, 2020

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As Hurricane Laura makes its way toward Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas as a category 4 storm, The Salvation Army is activating its Emergency Disaster Services to meet the immediate needs of survivors and first responders.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Aug. 26, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- As Hurricane Laura makes its way toward Texas, Louisiana and Arkansas as a category 4 storm, The Salvation Army is activating its Emergency Disaster Services to meet the immediate needs of survivors and first responders.
  • With more than 7,600 centers of operation in the U.S., The Salvation Army is uniquely positioned to support survivors of widescale disasters.
  • In addition to disaster relief, The Salvation Army has been providing social services to those impacted by COVID-19.
  • During times of disaster, 100 percent of designated donations to The Salvation Army are used for immediate response and long-term efforts.

Serco News Release: Awarded $28 Million Contract to Deliver Civilian Talent Management Program to U.S. Army

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Tuesday, August 11, 2020

Herndon, VA, Aug. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Serco Inc., a provider of professional, technology, and management services, announced today that the Company has been awarded a contract to continue supporting the U.S. Armys Civilian Readiness and Talent Management Program.

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  • Herndon, VA, Aug. 11, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Serco Inc., a provider of professional, technology, and management services, announced today that the Company has been awarded a contract to continue supporting the U.S. Armys Civilian Readiness and Talent Management Program.
  • Serco will provide analytic, management, and advisory services to support existing and create new initiatives to increase the readiness of the Armys civilian workforce and improve the talent management architecture of the Army Civilian Corps.
  • Awarded by the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Manpower & Reserve Affairs, the re-compete contract has a one-year base period plus four one-year option periods and is valued at $27.8 million, if all options are exercised.
  • Serco is honored to have been selected to continue delivering civilian readiness and talent management initiatives to the U.S. Army, said Dave Dacquino, Serco Inc.s Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

The Salvation Army Teams Up with Reliant to Launch Summer Cooling Stations in North Texas

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Thursday, July 16, 2020

The Salvation Army and Reliant announced the opening of cooling centers across the region to help the community combat high heat exposure .

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  • The Salvation Army and Reliant announced the opening of cooling centers across the region to help the community combat high heat exposure .
  • Unfortunately, the health and economic crises have been especially devastating for our vulnerable neighbors, said Major Todd Hawks, Area Commander for The Salvation Army of North Texas.
  • Since the beginning of the pandemic, The Salvation Army of North Texas has fed 10,000 people each week, housed 1,300 people per night, and served those facing economic hardship.
  • The Salvation Army of North Texas will also mobilize emergency disaster feeding units (canteens) across the region to meet need in certain communities.

Commissioners Kenneth G. and Jolene K. Hodder Begin Their Tenure as the Leaders of The Salvation Army in the United States

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Monday, July 13, 2020

ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Commissioners Kenneth G. and Jolene K. Hodder have begun their tenure leading The Salvation Army in the United States.

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  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., July 13, 2020 /PRNewswire/ --Commissioners Kenneth G. and Jolene K. Hodder have begun their tenure leading The Salvation Army in the United States.
  • Commissioner Kenneth G. Hodder becomes the new National Commander, and Commissioner Jolene K. Hodder serves as the new National President of Women's Ministries.
  • Commissioner Jolene Hodder will run The Salvation Army's Women's Ministries, whose goal is to empower and equip women in all facets of life.
  • "I pray that The Salvation Army can serve as a model for the 'Applied Gospel,'" Commissioner Kenneth Hodder says.

Drive-In Theater Concert Tour Gives Back to The Salvation Army

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Thursday, July 9, 2020

The Salvation Army has evolved its programs to serve vulnerable Americans and those affected by COVID-19 through shelter, drive-through grocery services, financial assistance and emotional and spiritual care.

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  • The Salvation Army has evolved its programs to serve vulnerable Americans and those affected by COVID-19 through shelter, drive-through grocery services, financial assistance and emotional and spiritual care.
  • "The Salvation Army is so grateful for the generosity of Awakening Events, which will help us continue serving vulnerable Americans in need," said Dale Bannon, national community relations and development secretary of The Salvation Army.
  • The drive-in theater tour is designed to allow families and friends to safely enjoy live music again.
  • Awakening Events is the exclusive producer of the TobyMac Hits Deep Tour, The K-LOVE Christmas Tour, Good Friday Nashville with Chris Tomlin, and the Drive-In Theater Tour Series, along with many others.

DWP ministers questioned about Court of Appeal ruling on Universal Credit

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Friday, June 26, 2020

The Universal Credit assessment period runs from the last day of each month to the penultimate day of the following month.

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  • The Universal Credit assessment period runs from the last day of each month to the penultimate day of the following month.
  • Yesterday, the Court of Appeal dismissed the Department of Work and Pensions' (DWP)attempt to overturnthe High Court's ruling, with Lord Justice Underhill saying that the issue has had a "severely harmful impact".
  • Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Will Quince told the House that the DWP would not be appealing the Court of Appeal's decision.
  • He also questioned the Minister on when the universal credit computer system would be fixed.

DWP ministers questioned about Court of Appeal ruling on Universal Credit

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Friday, June 26, 2020

The Universal Credit assessment period runs from the last day of each month to the penultimate day of the following month.

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  • The Universal Credit assessment period runs from the last day of each month to the penultimate day of the following month.
  • Yesterday, the Court of Appeal dismissed the Department of Work and Pensions' (DWP)attempt to overturnthe High Court's ruling, with Lord Justice Underhill saying that the issue has had a "severely harmful impact".
  • Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Will Quince told the House that the DWP would not be appealing the Court of Appeal's decision.
  • He also questioned the Minister on when the universal credit computer system would be fixed.

Brink's Closes Senior Unsecured Notes Offering

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Tuesday, June 23, 2020

RICHMOND, Va., June 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brinks Company (NYSE:BCO), today announced that it has closed its previously announced 5-year senior unsecured notes offering in an aggregate principal amount of $400 million.

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  • RICHMOND, Va., June 22, 2020 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Brinks Company (NYSE:BCO), today announced that it has closed its previously announced 5-year senior unsecured notes offering in an aggregate principal amount of $400 million.
  • The notes were priced at par with an annual interest rate of 5.5% and will mature in July 2025.
  • Remaining net proceeds are expected to be used for working capital needs, capital expenditures, acquisitions and other general corporate purposes.The offering does not increase the companys pro forma net debt.
  • Forward looking information in this release includes, but is not limited to, the proposed use of proceeds from the notes offering and leverage and liquidity assuming completion of the G4S acquisition.

New research reveals how UK contact centres could establish a 'new normal' of home-working, with major benefits for employers and agents

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Thursday, June 18, 2020

In addition, 86% say they have no travel-to-work costs, while 81% say that they have recovered time wasted travelling to and from work.

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  • In addition, 86% say they have no travel-to-work costs, while 81% say that they have recovered time wasted travelling to and from work.
  • The report also highlights the paramount importance of implementing proper security and compliance measures when deploying remote contact centre staff.
  • "Key to the success of home-working, however, is the ability of employers to establish the infrastructure agents need quickly and efficiently.
  • Customers relying on storm for mission-critical services include Sodexo, NHS 111, UK Power Networks, G4S, Serco and Rail Delivery Group.