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Iconic brand addition to Jaguar Band

The Jaguar (Coventry) Band will now be known by a new, iconic name

Jaguar
 

The Jaguar (Coventry) Band has announced that with immediate effect they will now be known as Jaguar Land Rover Band.

Reflection

The name change reflects the continued close working relationship between the band and car manufacturers over the past decade, supporting numerous promotional and charity events throughout the country.

"This name change shows the continuing working relationship Jaguar Land Rover has with the band," stated Les Ratcliffe, Head of Community Relations to 4BR.

"The band is an integral part of our community programme, helping to raise thousands of pounds each year for community groups and charities throughout the UK and we look forward to expanding our work together in the future. The band is a great ambassador for us and the work we do in the community."

This name change shows the continuing working relationship Jaguar Land Rover has with the bandLes Ratcliffe, Head of Community Relations

Exciting period

Band spokesperson Kevin Lea added. "It is a very exciting period for us. We are now associated with two of the most iconic British brands and we look forward to actively supporting Jaguar Land Rover in the coming years.

We would like to take this opportunity to thank Jaguar Land Rover for their ongoing support."

Business in the Community

Jaguar Land Rover has recently been award the prestigious ‘Business in the Community Mark’ and is only one of only four organisations to receive the award last year.

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