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Dan Jarvis: A quarter of a century in service
Political parties
By Dan Jarvis MP
Dan Jarvis: A quarter of a century in service
What have I learned after 25 years? Ultimately, that service matters but it is hard. Harder than I imagined it would be.
Afghanistan Veterans Say UK and US Armies Failed To 'Instil The Spirit To Fight' In Local Forces
Foreign affairs
Afghanistan Veterans Say UK and US Armies Failed To "Instil The Spirit To Fight" In Local Forces
At the start of July the US president Joe Biden told a press conference “there’s going to be no circumstance where you see people being lifted off the roof of an embassy of the United States from Afghanistan”.
Boris Johnson Announces End To 20 Year UK Military Mission In Afghanistan
Defence
Boris Johnson Announces End To 20 Year UK Military Mission In Afghanistan
The Prime Minister said all remaining British troops in the country would be "coming home" as he confirmed the end of the UK's role in the conflict.
Armed Forces drugs policy is leaving legacy of distress Partner content
Education
By Veterans Aid
Armed Forces drugs policy is leaving legacy of distress

A recent research paper into the  discharge process for men and women dismissed from the Armed Forces for drug use found it ‘inconsistent and damaging’. Pledges to explore and redress this are welcome, but in the interim frontline charities like Veterans Aid are dealing with its devastating impact on individuals and families. Dr Hugh Milroy, CEO of the charity, explains why a review of the policy is needed.

Lifting Our Sights – the future of transition for the Armed Forces Community Partner content
Defence
By Forces in Mind Trust
Lifting Our Sights – the future of transition for the Armed Forces Community
A shift in perceptions provides the key for our Armed Forces Community to thrive as they transition to civilian life in an ever-changing world.
Is it time to modernise the Armed Forces resettlement system? Partner content
Communities
By Veterans Aid
Is it time to modernise the Armed Forces resettlement system?
It’s a fact of life that when something works for the majority, the minority can get overlooked – and for most veterans, the transition system works. Overwhelmingly, individuals do well when they leave the Armed Forces. Indeed many go on to outperform their civilian counterparts. So why am I asking for the resettlement system to be modernised?
Armed Forces Day reminds us of the debt we owe to our brave forces
Defence
By Ben Wallace MP
Armed Forces Day reminds us of the debt we owe to our brave forces
Armed Forces Day is a great opportunity to pay tribute to the bravest men and women in our constituencies.
Visa fees should be waived for all UK armed forces personnel and their families
Defence
By Jamie Stone MP
Visa fees should be waived for all UK armed forces personnel and their families
Excessive fees have prevented many brave veterans from taking up their right to settle in the UK with their families. They deserve better.
Partner content
Communities
By Betting And Gaming Council
Top charities the odds-on favourites to benefit after betting firms agree to donate profits from flagship race
Some of the UK’s top charities are in line for a major cash boost after the country’s biggest betting operators agreed to donate all of their profits from a flagship horse race.
The Overseas Operations Bill fails to protect our armed forces
Defence
By John Healey MP
The Overseas Operations Bill fails to protect our armed forces
Ministers treated any criticism to the Overseas Operations Bill as hostile opposition. As a result it fails to protect British forces personnel serving overseas from vexatious litigation and repeat investigations.
The armed forces have risen magnificently to Covid - Parliament mustn't waste this opportunity to repay them
Defence
By James Sunderland MP
The armed forces have risen magnificently to Covid - Parliament mustn't waste this opportunity to repay them
As the Armed Forces Bill weaves its way through Parliament, MPs must make the most of this vital opportunity to reflect on the strengths and needs of our armed forces by ensuring that this new legislation is fit for purpose
Ministers must listen to service community concerns on the Armed Forces Bill
Defence
By Stephen Morgan MP
Ministers must listen to service community concerns on the Armed Forces Bill
The Armed Forces Bill Select Committee publishes its report today following a month-long inquiry. While cross-party colleagues and I have welcomed the broad intent of the bill, its shortcomings risk undermining the government’s lofty promises to our service communities.
Government must rethink Army cuts amid growing threat from Russia
Defence
By John Healey MP
Government must rethink Army cuts amid growing threat from Russia
Labour wants to hold the Prime Minister to his manifesto pledge and will force a vote in Parliament, calling on the government to rethink its plans to cut our Armed Forces.
Keir Starmer Accuses Boris Johnson Of Breaking Promise Not To Cut Armed Forces
Defence
Keir Starmer Accuses Boris Johnson Of Breaking Promise Not To Cut Armed Forces
Sir Keir Starmer said Boris Johnson "can't be trusted to protect our armed forces," after the integrated review will see troop numbers fall "to its lowest level in 300 years”.
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace Refuses To Deny Reports That Troop Numbers Will Be Cut By Almost 10,000
Defence
Defence Secretary Ben Wallace Refuses To Deny Reports That Troop Numbers Will Be Cut By Almost 10,000
The Defence Secretary said the Armed Forces needed to adapt to "changing threats" as he refused to deny that troop numbers could be slashed.
We have a rare opportunity to ensure the Armed Forces Bill delivers the very best for our service personnel
Defence
By Stephen Morgan MP
We have a rare opportunity to ensure the Armed Forces Bill delivers the very best for our service personnel
The unique legislative journey of the Armed Forces Bill gives us another chance to address issues such as pay, compensation and employment, where current deficiencies risk creating a race to the bottom on service standards.
With no concrete proposals, we must ensure increased defence spending will not be wasted
Defence
By Jamie Stone MP
With no concrete proposals, we must ensure increased defence spending will not be wasted
In an era of British retreat spearheaded by this most shortsighted government, collaboration with international partners must be championed. It's time we became an internationalist military leader once again.
Lifting Our Sights: Beyond 2030 – the impact of future trends on the transition of our Armed Forces Community from military to civilian life Partner content
Coronavirus
By Forces in Mind Trust
Lifting Our Sights: Beyond 2030 – the impact of future trends on the transition of our Armed Forces Community from military to civilian life
We’re ‘Lifting Our Sights’ and what do we see? Together with our partners Future Agenda, we have produced an initial perspective based on dozens of interviews and workshops as we identify the future trends that will affect the Armed Forces Community over the next decade.
Johnny Mercer: 'We Need To Bring The Authenticity And Something Genuine Back To Politics'
Defence
By Alain Tolhurst
Johnny Mercer: "We Need To Bring The Authenticity And Something Genuine Back To Politics"
The controversial Overseas Operations Bill forced its way through the Commons unamended, despite claims from campaigners that it legalised torture by the armed forces. It did so in large part due to the combative performances of ex-soldier and veterans minister Johnny Mercer. Alain Tolhurst caught up with him the day after third reading
Torture has been illegal in the UK for over 300 years – today the Overseas Operations Bill will overturn this
Defence
By Alistair Carmichael MP
Torture has been illegal in the UK for over 300 years – today the Overseas Operations Bill will overturn this
The Overseas Operations Bill will not deliver adequate protection for our armed forces personnel – rather, it will reduce their rights.
The government's 'war on lawfare' will protect defence people from the cycle of vexatious historic claims
Defence
By Johnny Mercer MP
The government's "war on lawfare" will protect defence people from the cycle of vexatious historic claims
Vexatious allegations can haunt our service men and women for years. The Overseas Operations Bill will introduce a triple lock to protect them, without placing the UK Armed Forces above the law
The Overseas Operations Bill is damaging to both our troops and our international standing
Defence
By Dan Jarvis MP
The Overseas Operations Bill is damaging to both our troops and our international standing
No one deserves to be subject to vexatious allegations, but to renege on our legal obligations would be to fail the brave men and women who serve our country
Britain's moral duty to end people trafficking
Foreign affairs
By Tobias Ellwood MP
Britain's moral duty to end people trafficking
Ending illegal Channel crossings will require long-term strategy and global leadership.
The Integrated Review must clarify the UK’s approach to security and our position on the world stage
Defence
By Tobias Ellwood MP
The Integrated Review must clarify the UK’s approach to security and our position on the world stage
The defence committee urge the Government to provide greater transparency surrounding who is involved in the Integrated Review and how different aspects will be structured and sequenced.