The Gun Trade Association (GTA) has become an official signatory of the Armed Forces Covenant, formalising its commitment to support serving personnel, veterans, reservists and military families across the UK.The Covenant is a national pledge recognising the service and sacrifice of the Armed Forces Community. It is not a charity but a promise made…
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