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Written question asked by Lord De Mauley (Conservative) on Wednesday, 12 November 2025, in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 26 November 2025. It was answered by Lord Coaker (Labour) on Wednesday, 26 November 2025 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.


Veterans

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government to what extent the Veterans Strategy, published on 10 November, applies to reservists.

Answer

The Veterans' Strategy applies to all those who have previously served in HM Forces, Regular and Reserve. The Strategy is an important milestone in this government's work to renew the UK's contract with those who serve and have served.

It resets the narrative around the remarkable men and women who have served in our Armed Forces, ensuring all veterans' service is celebrated, their potential to make further contributions is realised and, for those that need it, that the right support is available to them.

The strategy is aligned with key Ministry of Defence priorities, the Strategic Defence Review and the extension of the Armed Forces Covenant, together with the government's wider Plan for Change.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
HL11853
Session
2024-26
Related items
Veterans Strategy
Monday, 10 November 2025
Command papers
House of Commons
House of Lords
Subjects
Reserve forces Veterans
Link
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