A WORCESTER tile retailer has joined a national initiative which offers discounts to current or former service personnel.

Worcester Tile in Checketts Lane is now part of the Defence Discount and Blue Light Schemes, which give discounts to all forces and emergency services personnel who hold the applicable card.

Introducing the proposals, Prime Minister David Cameron said: "This is a very small way to say thank you to our men and women who do, and who have done, so much for us, as well as for their families who support them while they are on operations."

Peter Haley, director of Worcester Tiles, said: "It’s a great way for the business to say a small ‘thank you’ for all the hard work these individuals put into the future of the United Kingdom. If you are serving or have served and have joined the scheme, then bring your card and receive a free quote and great price.

"The scheme was launched in January and will continue throughout the year. Worcester Tile is very proud to join the likes of KFC, New Look & National Express in this remarkable scheme."

Those eligible can register for a Defence Discount Card at defencediscountservice.co.uk/index.php?p=newuser or a Blue Light Card at bluelightcard.co.uk/index.php?p=newuser