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We serve and support ex-servicemen and women, their widows or widowers and their immediate family members. We are an independent voice, here to help you whenever or wherever you served, whether in World War 2 or Afghanistan. VAPC is an...
Veterans needing urgent help in a crisis can contact us or the following organisations for assistance.
The Hub enables forces-friendly organisations across all sectors to showcase the continued value of the UK’s highly skilled veteran community.
We lead the government’s efforts to make the United Kingdom the best place to be a veteran anywhere in the world, helping the nation fulfil its lifelong duty to those who have served in the armed forces. OVA is part...
How and when you can claim relief on the earnings of qualifying veterans.
Guidance on usage of the HM Armed Forces Veteran Card.
Housing options and support for veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
A list of services across the UK that offer support to veterans.
Find out about legacy health, recognition, return to civilian life, support from the voluntary sector, commemoration and payment schemes.
Information on support, services and restorative measures available to those impacted by the pre-2000 ban on LGBT+ personnel in the armed forces.
Emotional and practical support for bereaved families and loved ones is available from government departments and approved charities.
Find out about the £30 million fund for projects that support non-core health, wellbeing and social care needs for older veterans (born before 1 January 1950).
We provide free support for veterans and their families, including a helpline, Veterans Welfare Service, Defence Transition Services and injury/bereavement compensation scheme payments. Veterans UK is part of the Ministry of Defence .
Information for veterans and their families on employment, pensions, records and medals, and support.
The Prime Minister will meet veterans, businesses and charities today to announce dedicated employment support service.
All service leavers will receive a new card to mark their time in the armed forces.
Information and useful services for independent living for veterans.
The Wales Reserves Forces’ and Cadets’ Association (RFCA) is the enabling voice for reserves and cadets in Wales.
This is an independent review into the service and experience of LGBT veterans who served between 1967 to 2000.
On 18 March the Defence Secretary announced new measures to enable armed forces personnel to support public services in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
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