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Veterans: Surrey

Asked by Dr Al PinkertonLiberal DemocratMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 18 December 2025UIN 99453

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what steps he is taking to ensure that veterans receive adequate support after leaving the armed forces in (a) Surrey and (b) Surrey Heath constituency.

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones

This year we have launched a new Veterans Strategy which recognises veterans as a national asset, the £50-million VALOUR programme making it easier for veterans to access the care and support they deserve, and confirmed £12 million for the continuation of the Reducing Veteran Homelessness Programme. In addition, dedicated supported is available to veterans through Ops FORTITUDE, COURAGE, RESTORE, ASCEND and NOVA and through programmes such as the Career Transition Partnership.

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