Armed Forces
Who is this section for?
- Serving Armed Forces personnel
- Veterans
- The partner or dependants of someone who is either of the
above
What does it include?
Information about benefits for those in the armed forces,
veterans, and their families, and where to go for further help.
Make sure you are claiming everything you are entitled to.
How to use this section
The left-hand navigation bar gives you a
comprehensive list of the contents of this section. Click
on the links to go to each page. Some key
benefits are also are described in the boxes below.
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You might be able to get financial help from this scheme if you
have an illness or injury caused by service in the Armed Forces on
or after 6 April 2005.
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If your husband, wife or civil partner died on or after 6 April
2005 as a result of serving in the armed forces, you may be able to
get financial help from this scheme.
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You might be able to get financial help from the War Pensions
Scheme if you have an illness or injury caused by service in the
Armed Forces before 6 April 2005.
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This benefit provides support for people whose spouse or civil
partner died as a result of their service in the Armed
Forces prior to 6th April 2005.
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Links to resources and organisations that can provide
information and advice to Armed Forces personnel, veterans and
their families.
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