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<p>Across the Armed Forces, there are extensive medical and welfare systems that offer
support for those in need, provided by the Chain of Command, medical staff, welfare
and pastoral staff. The Ministry of Defence also works closely with the National Health
Service, the Defence Medical Services, Service charities, third parties and the single
Services to provide 24-hour mental health services accessible for all Armed Forces
personnel. This includes a 24-hour mental health helpline, funded by Defence, and
delivered by Combat Stress.</p><p>Each Service also has dedicated suicide and self-harm
policies and risk management procedures tailored to their specific nature, all of
which are regularly reviewed and updated. This includes Vulnerability Risk Management
training.</p><p>The Armed Forces Suicide Prevention Strategy and Action Plan, published
in April 2023, also seeks to enhance organisational processes to support those at
risk.</p>
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