Due to ongoing COVID-19 precautions, there are changes to Veterans UK services. You can find the latest information here.
Veterans Uk
Latest Government News
- Press release: Marine Management Organisation seeks evidence and views on new protections for English marine sites
- Press release: PM call with President Nicos Anastasiades: 27 October 2020
- Form: Cystic fibrosis: screening not complete template letter
- Finalists for International Space Pitch Day revealed
- Guidance: First-tier Tribunal (Tax) hearing list
- Chemcem Scotland Ltd v Mrs Kirsty Ure: UKEATS/0036/19/SS
- Section 28 for vulnerable victims and witnesses in Crown Courts
- Notice: GL20 6HT, Mr Nigel Nicholl: environmental permit application advertisement- EPR/TB3199WQ/A001
- Notice: TN6 1TD, Mr Simon Reed: environmental permit application advertisement- EPR/SB3693DB/A001
- Notice: HP14 3PP, The Sargent Charitable Trust: environmental permit application advertisement- EPR/RB3893EU/A001
Thursday, 15 October 2020
Wednesday, 14 October 2020
Service personnel often live and work all over the UK, moving regularly from posting to posting, so when they leave the armed forces, they may well find themselves hundreds of miles from family and friends.
Monday, 05 October 2020
Detail of the 'Great Place to Work for Veterans' initiative.
Monday, 05 October 2020
Several government departments are starting a new initiative today to make it easier for veterans to secure employment in the Civil Service.
Wednesday, 16 September 2020
The Veterans Welfare Service (VWS) provides a professional help and advice service to veterans or anyone supporting a veteran, their families and dependants.
Tuesday, 25 August 2020
Policy statements on claims for ionising radiation related conditions.
Friday, 17 July 2020
A compensation scheme for veterans for any injury or illness which has been caused by or made worse by their service in Her Majesty's Armed Forces.
Thursday, 16 July 2020
Information related to the Armed Forces Pension Schemes.
Thursday, 04 June 2020
Due to ongoing COVID-19 precautions, there are changes to Veterans UK services. You can find the latest information here
Friday, 15 May 2020
Information related to the Armed Forces Pension Schemes.
Thursday, 14 May 2020
Due to COVID-19 precautions, all Veterans UK services are operating via remote working and this has meant we have had to change several of our services.
Friday, 01 May 2020
Information related to the Armed Forces Pension Schemes.
Monday, 27 April 2020
Due to COVID-19 precautions, all Veterans UK services are operating via remote working and this has meant we have had to change several of our services.
Tuesday, 31 March 2020
Information on how to contact Veterans UK and their services.
Suspension of War Pensions and Armed Forces Compensation Scheme Medical Examinations and Assessments
Tuesday, 17 March 2020
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), who arrange our medical examinations are to cancel all examinations for a period of up to 3 months from 17 March 2020.
Wednesday, 26 February 2020
The Veterans UK website has been completely redesigned, meaning you now have a better website with easier to find information about veterans support services.
Monday, 24 February 2020
The Veterans UK website has been completely redesigned, meaning you now have a better website with easier to find information about support services for veterans.
Monday, 24 February 2020
The Veterans UK website has been completely redesigned, meaning you now have a better website with easier to find information about support services for veterans.
Friday, 21 February 2020
Information on how to contact Veterans UK and their services.
Friday, 21 February 2020
A compensation scheme for UK serving and former service personnel injured as a result of their service in Her Majesty's Armed Forces.
Friday, 21 February 2020
A compensation scheme for veterans for any injury or illness which has been caused by or made worse by their service in Her Majesty's Armed Forces.
Friday, 21 February 2020
Information and guidance on the types of reviews available for your Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) award and when you can apply.
Friday, 21 February 2020
Information and guidance on how to apply for War Pension supplementary and additional allowances.
Friday, 21 February 2020
Information and guidance on how to apply for War Pension Constant Attendance Allowance.
Friday, 21 February 2020
Information and guidance on how to apply for Clothing Allowance.
Friday, 21 February 2020
Information and guidance on how to apply for the Allowance for Lowered Standard of Occupation (ALSO).
Friday, 21 February 2020
Information and guidance on how to apply for War Pension Unemployability Supplement.
Wednesday, 19 February 2020
Emotional and practical support for bereaved families and loved ones is available from Government departments and approved charities.
Wednesday, 19 February 2020
Emotional and practical support for bereaved families and loved ones is available from government departments and approved charities.
Wednesday, 19 February 2020
Bereavement compensation information for when the death of a service person or veteran was predominantly caused by service on or after 6 April 2005.
Wednesday, 19 February 2020
Bereavement compensation information for when the death of a service person or veteran was predominantly caused by service on or after 6 April 2005.
Wednesday, 19 February 2020
Information about War Widows or Widowers Pension Supplementary Allowances.
Wednesday, 19 February 2020
Information and guidance on how to claim funeral expenses for a veteran whose death was due to service before 6 April 2005.
Wednesday, 19 February 2020
Information and guidance on how to claim funeral expenses for a veteran whose death was due to service before 6 April 2005.
Wednesday, 19 February 2020
Information about War Widows or Widowers Pension Supplementary Allowances.
Tuesday, 18 February 2020
Charities and other organisations that may be able to provide advice or assistance to veterans and their families.
Tuesday, 18 February 2020
Help and support for families of veterans.
Wednesday, 27 November 2019
A guide on Armed Forces Pensions and how they may be affected by National Insurance Modification.
Monday, 18 November 2019
Update on Ministry of Defence (MOD) management of asbestos in defence equipment platforms, buildings and infrastructure.
Thursday, 14 November 2019
As a result of a power outage at Veterans UK’s offices, the Veterans UK helpline is currently offering a limited service.
Wednesday, 13 November 2019
A power outage is currently affecting the Veterans UK Helpline so it will only be able to offer a limited service from 9.30am on Wednesday 13 November until power is restored.
Friday, 01 November 2019
Information pages for help and support for service leavers and their Families
Friday, 01 November 2019
Defence Transition Referral Protocol (DTRP) is the new mechanism for referring Service Personnel/Leavers, veterans and their families to Veterans UK for information and support.
Wednesday, 25 September 2019
Use these forms when claiming pensions under AFPS 75 and AFPS 05.
Thursday, 12 September 2019
This guide has been provided to assist members of the Armed Forces who have exceeded the standard tax free pension savings limit of £40,000 for tax year 2018/19 or both the threshold income exceeds £110k and the adjusted income (threshold income plus PIA) exceeds £150k, on their AFPS pension savings.
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