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Armed Forces Covenant

Asked by James CartlidgeConservativeMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 20 March 2025UIN 38653

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he plans to have discussions with local government on the implementation of the Armed Forces Covenant.

Answered by Al Carns

The Ministry of Defence’s Covenant Team has utilised its established local Government engagement structures to inform proposals for the Armed Forces Covenant Duty extension. Officials have undertaken an extensive research and engagement programme, including hosting roundtable discussions and other workshops with more than 150 stakeholders, including local Government organisations.

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