Sgt Peter Twiddy is buried in Tirana, Albania.
Veterans Uk
Latest Government News
- Guidance: Day 2 and day 8 PCR testing for international arrivals: minimum standards for providers
- Press release: COP26 sources 80% of food from Scotland for its sustainable menus
- RAF airlifts 102 people who have left Afghanistan to the UK
- Press release: COP26 sources 80% of food from Scotland for its sustainable menus
- Guidance: Test to Release for international travel: minimum standards for testing
- Press release: Over 80% of young people eager to take action to help the environment
- Guidance: Healthcare for UK nationals living in Romania
- Guidance: Healthcare for UK nationals living in Norway
- Guidance: Healthcare for UK nationals living in Liechtenstein
- Guidance: Healthcare for UK nationals living in Iceland
Wednesday, 20 October 2021
Tuesday, 24 August 2021
A compensation scheme for UK serving and former service personnel injured as a result of their service in Her Majesty's Armed Forces.
Tuesday, 24 August 2021
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, 29 July 2021
As COVID-19 restrictions ease the latest information on changes to Veterans UK Services can be found here.
Thursday, 22 July 2021
A compensation scheme for UK serving and former service personnel injured as a result of their service in Her Majesty's Armed Forces.
Thursday, 08 July 2021
The Veterans Welfare Service (VWS) provides a professional help and advice service to veterans or anyone supporting a veteran, their families and dependants.
Tuesday, 06 July 2021
Information relating to the Overseas Operations (service personnel and Veterans) Bill.
Monday, 07 June 2021
Information related to the Armed Forces Pension Schemes.
Thursday, 27 May 2021
Use these forms when claiming an Armed Forces Pension. The life and personal accident insurance form is to be completed in accordance with 2021DIN01-62.
Friday, 23 April 2021
This extended Purple Pack provides guidance, information and support to those who have a lost a loved one whilst still in service.
Thursday, 22 April 2021
Veterans UK are always trying to improve the services we deliver to our customers and one of the best ways to understand how we can make improvements is to ask the people who use our services.
Tuesday, 09 March 2021
Veterans UK are always trying to improve the services we deliver to our customers and one of the best ways to understand how we can make improvements is to ask the people who use our services.
Thursday, 25 February 2021
Veterans UK are conducting an administrative exercise to re-visit commencing dates for restored widows’ pensions under the War Pension Scheme, to identify and pay additional amounts where necessary, after a Court of Appeal ruling.
Tuesday, 26 January 2021
New legislation to help ensure armed forces personnel, veterans and their families are not disadvantaged by their service when accessing key public services.
Tuesday, 05 January 2021
Information on how to contact Veterans UK and their services.
Friday, 18 December 2020
Information related to the Armed Forces Pension Schemes.
Thursday, 17 December 2020
Guidance for those receiving War Pension Scheme, Armed Forces Compensation Scheme or Armed Forces Pension Scheme payments and living in the European Union.
Thursday, 17 December 2020
Guidance for those receiving War Pension Scheme, Armed Forces Compensation Scheme or Armed Forces Pension Scheme payments and living in the European Union.
Thursday, 15 October 2020
Due to ongoing COVID-19 precautions, there are changes to Veterans UK services. You can find the latest information here.
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.
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.
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