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1194780

	registered interest
	date	12/05/2020
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Armed Forces: Mental Health
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What steps the Government is taking to improve mental health and well-being support for armed forces personnel and their families.
	tabling member constituency	Upper Bann
	tabling member printed	Carla Lockhart
	uin	902474
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 12/05/2020 answer text <p>Our Defence People Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy launched in 2017 and it delivers education and training at appropriate points throughout Service life. Personnel and their families can access a 24hr helpline and Service Leavers are supported via the Veterans Gateway initiative. The incidence of mental health issues in Service Personnel and Veterans is comparable to the general population, a testament to the effectiveness of the support provided.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 12/05/2020 13:43:12 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	4857 label Biography information for Carla Lockhart

1258553

	registered interest
	date	07/12/2020
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Veterans: Compensation
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What representations he has received from former armed forces personnel on the effect of the Overseas Operations Bill on the limitation period for claims against his Department.
	tabling member constituency	Swansea West
	tabling member printed	Geraint Davies
	uin	909820
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 07/12/2020 answer text <p>I receiive regular representations from veterans and from veteran groups, including Regimental Associations, on a wide range of matters of interest to them, including in respect of the Overseas Operations Bill. In 2019, our consultation on proposed legal protections measures, which informed the measures in the Bill, attracted 2,261 responses from those who identified as either a veteran or a relative of a veteran. I am committed to continuing to engage with this important group on these issues.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 07/12/2020 17:12:28 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	155 label Biography information for Geraint Davies

1302349

	registered interest
	date	15/03/2021
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Armed Forces Covenant
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What recent steps he has taken to improve the Armed Forces Covenant; and if he will make a statement.
	tabling member constituency	St Helens South and Whiston
	tabling member printed	Ms Marie Rimmer
	uin	913349
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 15/03/2021 answer text <p>Supporting the Armed Forces Covenant is a key priority and the Government has introduced legislation, as part of the Armed Forces Bill, further incorporating the Armed Forces Covenant into law. The legislation introduces a duty of due regard to the Covenant principles on local public bodies, in key areas of health, housing, and education.</p><p> </p><p>The Armed Forces Covenant Annual Report, published each December, outlines progress we have made as a nation to strengthen the Covenant across the UK.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 15/03/2021 16:02:26 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	4457 label Biography information for Ms Marie Rimmer

1302351

	registered interest
	date	15/03/2021
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Armed Forces Covenant: Housing
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What recent progress he has made on the implementation of the Armed Forces Covenant commitment on housing for military personnel; and if he will make a statement.
	tabling member constituency	Rutherglen and Hamilton West
	tabling member printed	Margaret Ferrier
	uin	913371
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 15/03/2021 answer text <p>The provision of high-quality subsidised accommodation remains a fundamental part of the overall offer to Service personnel and their families.</p><p> </p><p>In July, the Government committed an additional £200 million to further improve both Service Family and Single Living Accommodation. As part of this, 3,500 homes will be fully modernised. In addition, through the Future Accommodation Model, the Department will provide Service personnel with more choice over where, how and with whom they live.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 15/03/2021 16:05:13 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	4386 label Biography information for Margaret Ferrier

1258555

	registered interest
	date	07/12/2020
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Veterans: Charities
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What recent discussions he has had with military charities on improving support for veterans throughout the UK.
	tabling member constituency	Ogmore
	tabling member printed	Chris Elmore
	uin	909830
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 07/12/2020 answer text <p>MOD officials and I have regular discussions with the Service charities on a range of subjects including support for veterans. This Government has been proactive in providing support to the charity sector in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The MOD and the OVA provided £6million in funding for the Armed Forces community, through the COVID Impact Fund, working in partnership with Service charities to deliver support for the most vulnerable. Over 100 Service charities benefited from this funding.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 07/12/2020 17:21:04 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	4572 label Biography information for Chris Elmore

1175357

	registered interest
	date	03/02/2020
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Veterans: Suicide
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What recent assessment he has made of the potential effect of recording veteran suicides on improving the provision of support to at-risk veterans.
	tabling member constituency	Swansea East
	tabling member printed	Carolyn Harris
	uin	900557
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 03/02/2020 answer text <p>I am always sorry to learn of veterans taking their own lives and I am willing to meet widows with the aim of better understanding the circumstances that lead to suicide to facilitate better targeted interventions and how we can prevent further losses. Suicide is a complicated issue and a tragedy for the families and friends left behind.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 03/02/2020 17:28:34 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	4480 label Biography information for Carolyn Harris

1282172

	registered interest
	date	01/02/2021
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Armed Forces: Addictions
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What recent assessment he has made of the adequacy of drug and alcohol addiction support services for (a) serving armed forces personnel and (b) veterans.
	tabling member constituency	Liverpool, Walton
	tabling member printed	Dan Carden
	uin	911632
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 01/02/2021 answer text <p>Drug and alcohol abuse is incompatible with the standards we expect of those who Serve in the Armed Forces. For those Serving Personnel needing help to overcome addiction, treatment is provided via the Defence Medical Establishment. Veterans’ healthcare, including treatment for drug and alcohol dependency, is the responsibility of the NHS in England and the Devolved Administrations.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 01/02/2021 16:38:29 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	4651 label Biography information for Dan Carden

1282173

	registered interest
	date	01/02/2021
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Veterans: Civil Proceedings
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What progress is being made with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland on bringing forward legacy legislation on tackling vexatious claims against veterans who have served in Northern Ireland.
	tabling member constituency	Upper Bann
	tabling member printed	Carla Lockhart
	uin	911634
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 01/02/2021 answer text <p>This Government is committed to bringing an end to vexatious claims against the Armed Forces. We have introduced the Overseas Operations Bill to reduce the uncertainty faced by our Service personnel and veterans in relation to historical allegations and claims arising from overseas operations. We have also been clear that we will bring forward separate legislation to address the legacy of the past in Northern Ireland - including delivering on our commitment to Northern Ireland veterans - as soon as possible.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 01/02/2021 16:39:02 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	4857 label Biography information for Carla Lockhart

1282169

	registered interest
	date	01/02/2021
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Unemployment: Young People
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions on taking steps to work together to help tackle youth unemployment.
	tabling member constituency	Birmingham, Selly Oak
	tabling member printed	Steve McCabe
	uin	911613
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 01/02/2021 answer text <p>Defence has a close relationship with the Department for Work and Pensions. Initiatives include the Armed Forces Employability Pathway Scheme, contributing to Job Centre Plus resources in support of Work Coaches and their clients, and Job Centre Plus support for online Armed Forces workshops. The Armed Forces continue to offer young people world class training through highly respected Apprenticeship schemes and a uniquely challenging and constructive career.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 01/02/2021 16:37:55 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	298 label Biography information for Steve McCabe

1258552

	registered interest
	date	07/12/2020
	answering body	Ministry of Defence
	answering dept id	11
	answering dept short name	Defence
	answering dept sort name	Defence
	hansard heading	Veterans: Mental Health Services
	house id	1
	legislature	25259 pref label House of Commons
	question text	What discussions he has had with the Secretary of State for Health and Social Care on improving mental health support for veterans who have recently been discharged.
	tabling member constituency	Twickenham
	tabling member printed	Munira Wilson
	uin	909810
	answer	answer is ministerial correction date of answer 07/12/2020 answer text <p>The provision of veterans' mental healthcare is the responsibility of the NHS in England and the Devolved Administrations. Where Personnel leaving the Armed Forces have an enduring need for mental healthcare, we work in partnership with the NHS to ensure continuation of care. The MOD's Departments of Community Mental Health initiative remains accessible for up to six months after discharge, to help veterans during their transition period.</p> answering member constituency Plymouth, Moor View answering member printed Johnny Mercer question first answered 07/12/2020 17:17:09 answering member 4485 label Biography information for Johnny Mercer
	tabling member	4776 label Biography information for Munira Wilson