Awarded the Military Cross for his gallant, heroic, selfless acts on the frontline to standing trial accused of war crimes: Brian Wood MC has a story to share. He takes Lorne Gillies back to 2003 and the Battle of Danny Boy.
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Leaving the Armed Forces is a large adjustment. As the time comes for your partner or spouse to transition into civilian life, Saskia Harper asks: What guidance is available for military families going through resettlement?
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New figures and research conducted by Openreach has revealed that veterans are out of work for an average of seven months before starting civilian employment.
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Ahead of Armed Forces Day on Saturday (29 June), military charity, SSAFA, is calling on the nation to reassess their view of the Forces, to celebrate the ‘everyday’ heroes serving the UK.
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In the run up to the 75th anniversary of D-Day on Thursday (6 June), the country is preparing to mark the date, and honour those who fought.
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Registering with local health services like a GP after your leave the Armed Forces is essential, but your medical records don’t automatically transfer to your doctor. We look at how to access your medical records and register with health services after time in the military.
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Finding the perfect house isn’t easy, but there’s more support now than ever before to help veterans find a place to call home.
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A community shrouded in pride and camaraderie, leaving the ArmedForces poses its own challenges in many areas. No more so than mentally. However, with reports that the government is failing veterans struggling with their mental health: what is being done to support our troops?
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If you’re looking for a job that will exercise the same skills as those acquired in the Armed Forces, and will challenge you in new ways, a role in the emergency services could be perfect for you.
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Today, veterans’ mental health charity Combat Stress launches a £10 million appeal to meet the increasing demand for their services.
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