Ukraine war led my son to join the army, says defence secretary It comes as the veterans minister revealed he has re-enlisted in the Royal Marines reserves in case a war breaks out in Europe The Independent UK · Nov 9, 2024
Compensation fund for dismissed LGBT veterans is too small, MPs say Labour MPs said that the current fund will work out at £12,500 for each veteran sacked under so-called ‘gay ban’ that lasted until 2000. Evening Standard · Oct 31, 2024
Wreath-laying marks 10 years since end of UK combat operations in Afghanistan Minister for veterans and people Alistair Carns, who is a veteran of the conflict himself, attended the ceremony and laid a wreath. Evening Standard · Oct 26, 2024
Calls for adequate compensation for veterans who suffered under ‘gay ban’ The letter published on Wednesday argues that the cap on compensation could lead to ‘inadequate and unacceptably low’ payments. The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2024