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Apply for an armed forces veteran card to prove that you served in the UK armed forces.
Find out more about the HM Armed Forces Veteran Card, including how to apply for one and what the card can do for you.
Detail of the 'Great Place to Work for Veterans' initiative.
First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government
The home of Office for Veterans' Affairs on GOV.UK. 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 …
From today, vulnerable veterans across the country will have access to Op FORTITUDE, a new dedicated referral pathway for homeless veterans, including those sleeping on the streets.
First published during the 2022 to 2024 Sunak Conservative government
The Ministry of Defence and the Office for Veterans’ Affairs are jointly delivering this service as part of ongoing improvements in veterans support.
The government has launched a campaign to help improve veterans’ access to healthcare services, and opened applications to the £2.52 million Veterans Mobility Fund.
Thousands more veterans will receive HM Armed Forces Veteran Cards by the end of the year thanks to a £3 million injection to expand the roll-out to veterans who left service before 2018.
This notice sets out how we will use your personal data, and your rights.
Guidance for organisations that provide housing or homelessness services to the armed forces community
The Prime Minister will meet veterans, businesses and charities today to announce dedicated employment support service.
This page brings together various employment schemes for veterans. They are aimed at both veterans and employers.
The design of the Nuclear Test Medal has been unveiled. The medal recognises military, civilian, and overseas staff and personnel who participated in Britain’s nuclear testing programme in the 1950s and 1960s.
Housing options and support for veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless
Document with key facts and data about military veterans in the UK
The PM and Defence Secretary apologise to LGBT personnel and veterans impacted by the historic ban.
A new study from the University of Manchester has found that veterans are at no greater risk of suicide than the general population, although some cohorts need additional support.
Civilian housing options and general advice available to veterans
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.
A major review into the veteran welfare services for veterans has been announced today by the Office for Veterans’ Affairs and the Ministry of Defence.
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