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Today 1.8 Million UK Veterans Gain Access to New Digital ID

Former members of the UK military can now apply for a digital version of their identity cards, marking a significant step in the government’s wider plans for a nationwide digital ID scheme.     New Digital ID for 1.8 Million Veterans Now Available Starting today, an estimated 1.8 million veterans are eligible to download the…

Faulty Ear Protection Leads to British Military legal Action

Thousands of British military personnel are taking legal action against 3M, claiming that defective ear protection provided for combat and training resulted in serious injuries such as tinnitus and deafness.   The case mirrors a massive settlement in the United States, where 3M agreed to pay out $6 billion (£4.5 billion) in 2023 to resolve…

Leeds Celebrates Armed Forces Day: Gaining legal Support

Leeds invites you to celebrate Armed Forces Month, National Reserves Day, and National Armed Forces Day. Honouring the sacrifices and dedication of the forces and their families, while raising funds for veterans.     Leeds celebrates National Armed Forces Day The Leeds Armed Forces Festival link returns for a second year, featuring themed activities leading up…

NHS Launches ‘Veterans ED Care Packs’ for Men’s Mental Health Week

Men’s Mental Health Awareness Week, from June 9th to 15th, encourages service members and civilians to discuss their experiences and the support networks they need to prioritise their mental health.   In recognition of this week, NHS Trust’s Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals are introducing ‘Veterans ED Care Packs’ to address the psychological impact…

Military bomb disposal officer blames explosives for his bladder cancer

David Young, a former staff sergeant in the British Army during the 1970s, has revealed that exposure to hazardous explosives during his service led to his bladder cancer diagnosis.   He claims that he handled highly toxic materials, including nitrobenzene, without proper personal protective equipment (PPE), significantly increasing his cancer risk.     The extent…

Veterans’ Survey 2022: The challenges faced by UK veterans and the urgent need for action

A new survey published by the Office for National Statistics has revealed insights into what life is like for UK armed forces veterans once they have stopped serving and raises points on where support should be improved.   The survey gives an overview of the issues veterans face, alongside societal issues that need to be…

MoD admits it ‘did not do enough’ after soldier dies during training exercise

The Ministry of Defence has been handed a sanction by the Health and Safety Executive after a reservist died during a training exercise in North Yorkshire.   Staff Sergeant John McKelvie, 51, died in hospital after the Jackal he was driving rolled down a hill and overturned during an off-roading exercise at Catterick Training Area…