Veterans UK and Veterans Welfare Service 2023-01-30
2023-01-30
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Q1
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The MP asked about steps being taken to support veterans and their families.
What steps are (a) Veterans UK and (b) the Veterans Welfare Service taking to support veterans and their families?
I had the pleasure of visiting Lancashire and met people at Veterans UK who provide a range of support to veterans. A £40 million transformation programme is being put in place to digitise existing processes, enabling more effective and efficient support for our personnel and veterans.
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Q2
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The MP asked about the support provided by VAPCs to veterans.
Will the Minister join me in paying tribute to the work of VAPCs? Secondly, will he support my private Member's Bill on 24 February, which seeks to extend their remit?
VAPCs provide an excellent service. I look forward to supporting the hon. Member's private member's bill on 24 February with my wholehearted support.
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Will Support A Bill
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Q3
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The MP asked about veterans' reliance on universal credit.
How does the Minister plan to help veterans reliant on universal credit acquire skills for well-paid employment?
The career transition partnership helps veterans transition into civilian life with necessary skills. Special arrangements are in place for those who are ill or injured to ensure a smooth transition.
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Will Continue To Do That
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Q4
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The MP asked about meeting the Minister regarding a veterans' survey.
Will he meet me to discuss findings of an all-party parliamentary group on veterans' survey? Will he agree to measures based on those findings?
I look forward to the results of his group's survey. The MOD conducts various surveys and will ensure that serving personnel, veterans, and their families receive what they need for positive lived experiences.
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Looking At This
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Q5
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The MP asked about the Government's commitment to veterans' mental health.
Will the Minister match Labour's £35 million investment in veterans' mental health?
Veterans are less likely to suffer from mental health issues compared to the general public. However, we do all in our power to promote their mental health throughout their careers and beyond with projects like Op Courage.
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We Will Continue To Do That
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Q6
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The MP asked about the publication of a compensation scheme review report.
When will the full report be published, and what action will be taken on its findings?
The definitive quinquennial review report will be published in spring. We aim to ensure that the compensation system is less adversarial and act on all findings, understanding that delays are due to comprehensive medical reports being obtained.
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Will Take Into Account
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