More Help For Armed Forces Community

A series of recommendations have been made to offer more help to the Armed Forces community across Harborough.

Better access to mental health services, greater support with transition to civilian life when people leave the Armed Forces and help for families of serving personnel who may be lonely or isolated have all been highlighted.

It comes after 700 people responded to a survey earlier this year, the majority veterans and those currently serving or a reservist.

It was launched by Harborough Council and two other authorities as part of a joint Armed Forces Covenant, which is a formal commitment to support the Armed Forces community.

Johnny Mercer MP, the Minister for Military Personnel and Veterans in the Ministry of Defence and Minister for Veterans’ Affairs in the Cabinet Office, has praised the work of the Councils:

Cllr Rani Mahal, Harborough District Council’s Armed Forces Champion, said: “It is fantastic to get such high-profile backing for the work we are doing in partnership with other Councils. We are all committed to working together to support our Armed Forces community. This survey has helped identify those connected with the Armed Forces within our communities and what support they may need.”