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Digital driving licence coming this year
Press release
The UK government is launching a GOV.UK Wallet and App to simplify access to services and documents like digital driver’s licences, alongside reforms to public sector technology to save £45 billion and drive efficiency and growth.
A new memorial for the LGBT+ armed forces community will be constructed in the National Memorial Arboretum in Staffordshire.
LGBT veterans to receive up to £75 million in financial recognition for historic wrongs
Press release
Government has launched £75 million LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme after discussions with veterans.
New Digital Veteran Card to make sure former service personnel can prove their veteran status as easily as possible, enabling smoother access to often essential support.
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