Commons Sense

House of Commons · Ministers' Questions

Veterans UK and Veterans Welfare Service

Monday 30 January 2023 · 6 questions

Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.

Read the full transcript on Parliament.uk

At a glance

Answered 1 Partly answered 4 Not answered 0

Key points

  • Veterans UK and the Veterans Welfare Service are implementing a 40 million transformation programme to digitise processes and improve support for veterans.
  • The Minister supports a private Member's Bill aimed at extending the remit of VAPCs and will pay tribute to their work.
  • The Ministry of Defence is working on measures to help veterans transition into civilian life with necessary skills and support.

Topics (select to filter)

Questions & Answers

Q1 Marie Rimmer Lab St Helens South and Whiston
Veterans
Context

The MP asked about steps being taken to support veterans and their families.

Question

What steps are (a) Veterans UK and (b) the Veterans Welfare Service taking to support veterans and their families?

Answer from Andrew Murrison

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.

Answered
Was this summary accurate? Tell us

How accurate was this summary? (1 = poor, 5 = spot on)

Q2 Robin Millar
Veterans
Context

The MP asked about the support provided by VAPCs to veterans.

Question

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?

Answer from Andrew Murrison

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.

Partly answered

How: Will Support A Bill

Was this summary accurate? Tell us

How accurate was this summary? (1 = poor, 5 = spot on)

Q3 Marie Rimmer Lab St Helens South and Whiston
Benefits & Welfare Veterans
Context

The MP asked about veterans' reliance on universal credit.

Question

How does the Minister plan to help veterans reliant on universal credit acquire skills for well-paid employment?

Answer from Andrew Murrison

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.

Partly answered

How: Will Continue To Do That

Was this summary accurate? Tell us

How accurate was this summary? (1 = poor, 5 = spot on)

Q4 James Sunderland
Veterans
Context

The MP asked about meeting the Minister regarding a veterans' survey.

Question

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?

Answer from Andrew Murrison

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.

Partly answered

How: Looking At This

Was this summary accurate? Tell us

How accurate was this summary? (1 = poor, 5 = spot on)

Q5 Andrew Gwynne Ind Gorton and Denton
Mental Health Veterans
Context

The MP asked about the Government's commitment to veterans' mental health.

Question

Will the Minister match Labour's £35 million investment in veterans' mental health?

Answer from Andrew Murrison

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.

How: We Will Continue To Do That

Was this summary accurate? Tell us

How accurate was this summary? (1 = poor, 5 = spot on)

Q6 Rachel Hopkins Lab Luton South and South Bedfordshire
Veterans
Context

The MP asked about the publication of a compensation scheme review report.

Question

When will the full report be published, and what action will be taken on its findings?

Answer from Andrew Murrison

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.

Partly answered

How: Will Take Into Account

Was this summary accurate? Tell us

How accurate was this summary? (1 = poor, 5 = spot on)