Support for Veterans 2022-06-13
2022-06-13
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Q1
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The question arises from the need to address comprehensive support for veterans, highlighted by the publication of the 'Veterans' Strategy Action Plan'. This plan includes £70 million investment in various areas such as healthcare and employment.
What steps is his Department taking to help support veterans across the UK? The 'Veterans' Strategy Action Plan' published earlier this year set out 60 commitments, including significant funding. However, there are concerns about the effectiveness of these measures.
We continue to work tirelessly to ensure that veterans are supported right across the UK. The 'Veterans' Strategy Action Plan', published earlier this year, set out 60 commitments and £70 million of investment, particularly on the themes of healthcare and employment.
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Q2
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A recent event at the Southport veterans' hub highlighted its importance in providing support for ex-service personnel. The hub addresses specific local challenges faced by veterans.
I recently attended the opening of Southport veterans' hub, which does an excellent job in providing support for ex-service personnel in my constituency. Will my hon. Friend join veterans at the hub to further understand what more support his Department can give?
I would like to acknowledge the importance of such gatherings, which I have seen regularly in my constituency. I thank my hon. Friend for his support of that hub. If I find myself near Southport in the near future, I would be delighted to visit.
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The specific request to join the veterans at the hub was not directly addressed or committed to.
I Thank My Hon. Friend For His Support Of That Hub
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Q3
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A veteran who served as a Royal Engineer for 38 years has been fighting for almost nine years to receive the compensation he is entitled to. This case highlights broader issues with veterans' compensation, affecting nearly 3,000 people.
One veteran who served as a Royal Engineer for 38 years told me that he has been fighting for almost nine years to receive the compensation that he is entitled to. Currently, nearly 3,000 people are stuck in the Veterans UK appeals system facing similar experiences. We all know that there are issues with veterans' compensation. When will the Minister stop denying that and act?
We are acting, and I am pleased to confirm that we are investing £40 million in a radical digitalisation programme, which I saw with my own eyes a few weeks ago when I was in Norcross, where the paper records are held. There are frustrations, but work is continuing apace.
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