Exploring the Need for a Veterans’ Centre in Northern Ireland

Abstract: Exploring the Need for a Veterans’ Centre in Northern Ireland is the third in a series of reports from the Northern Ireland Veterans’ Health and Wellbeing Study …

Well-being Interventions for Armed Forces Personnel Moving back to Civilian Life

Abstract: Research around transition to civilian life indicates that for a small number of people, leaving the Armed Forces may be a challenge to well-being. It is important to …

Military spousal/partner employment: Identifying the barriers and support required

Abstract: Overview: The Institute for Employment Research at the University of Warwick, and QinetiQ, were commissioned by Army Families Federation in September 2017 to analyse the …

Cobseo Members' Survey 2021

Abstract: The analysis presented in this report pertains to the third Cobseo Members survey, undertaken in May 2021, which builds on evidence from the May and October 2020 …

The veterans community - employability, skills and learning

Abstract: The first three chapters cover the core subjects of 'Securing Employment', 'Qualifications and Skills' and 'Further and Higher Education'. Chapter 4 covers two subjects …

Report on the Provision of Information on Housing for Service Leavers and Veterans in Scotland

Abstract: Service personnel – no matter how long they have been in uniform – undergo a fundamental change in their circumstances when they leave the Army, Navy or Air Force. …

Evaluation of the Ministry of Defence Spouse Employment Support Trial

Abstract: This report details the outcomes of an evaluation of the employment support package offered by the UK Ministry of Defence (MOD) to spouses of serving military personnel. …

Health and social care needs of the Armed Forces Community in Northamptonshire

Abstract: The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise from the nation that those who serve or have served in the British Armed Forces, and their families, are treated fairly. In …

The Experience of Homeless Ex-Service Personnel in London

This report details research that aimed to assess the scale and nature of the issue of homeless ex-Service personnel in London and evaluate the impact of initiatives developed by …

Offending behaviour, mental health and welfare needs of veterans in liaison and diversion services

Abstract: This project utilised data from 29 Liaison and Diversion (L&D) services across England from the period 2015-2016. Individuals can be referred to these services when …

Housing options for serving and ex-military personnel

Abstract: This briefing paper outlines the housing options open to serving and ex-military personnel, it does not cover service accommodation provided by the Ministry of Defence. …

Veterans’ Health & Wellbeing: A Distinctive Scottish Approach

Abstract: This report assesses the health and wellbeing services available to veterans living in Scotland. It sets out recommendations to the Scottish Government and NHS Scotland …