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<p>The Policy on the right to buy socially-held accommodation is a matter for the
relevant housing authorities and is not covered under the principles of the Armed
Forces Covenant. The Covenant's primary role is to remove the disadvantages that our
Serving personnel, veterans and families may face as a result of their Service and
to offer them a fair deal in comparison with all other British citizens. The available
evidence does not suggest that veterans have greater challenges in finding accommodation
than any other citizen.</p><p>We support our Armed Forces to get on the housing ladder
and get a good job when they leave, through our resettlement programmes, Help to Buy
Schemes and Career Transition Partnerships, and the vast majority transition well
to civilian life.</p><p>However a small number may struggle and we work very closely
with local authorities and the Devolved Administrations to ensure that the help they
need is available to them. Initiatives such as ensuring fair access to social housing,
Help to Buy schemes, and support through organisations such as the Riverside English
Churches Housing Group, and Veterans' Hubs exist to address the range of housing needs
of veterans and their families.</p>
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