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UK Defence Personnel Statistics

Summary: On 1 April 2022 the total size of the full-time UK Armed Forces (trained and untrained) was just under 158,000. Most personnel were within the Army (56%), with the …

Certainty in an Uncertain World

Abstract: This document provides a review of the finances and support provided by SSAFA - The Armed Forces Charity in 2021. Particular attention is given to the services provided …

MeT4VeT: Development and Assessment of a Mental Health Toolkit for Military Veterans

Abstract: A feasibility trial was conducted to assess the acceptability and usability of the MeT4VeT app. Feedback from veterans and app data was collected to provide an initial …

Ex-Armed Services Personnel Journeys to Harmful Behaviour: Main Report

Abstract: The study aims to learn more about the lives of those who have served in the military and committed serious crimes, including sexual offences. By examining participants' …

Ex-Armed Services Personnel Journeys to Harmful Behaviour: Case Studies

Abstract: This resource provides a collection of case studies from participants. Using the case histories of six participants of this study, we offer these case studies …

Glasgow's Helping Heroes: A Vital Service - Full Report

Abstract: This report is the final output from a two-year independent evaluation of SSAFA’sGlasgow’s Helping Heroes service. The research was carried out by the University of …

Drinks:Ration The role of a smartphone application in reducing alcohol consumption in a veteran population seeking formal mental health support of Military Life and Experiences of Help-seeking and Support

Abstract: Alcohol misuse is higher in the UK Armed Forces than in the general population. Research has shown that this is also evident among those who have left service. It has …

Exit Wounds - Members of the LGBTQ+ community share their lived experiences of life before, during and after service in the UK military.

A privileged access interview report aiming to empower members of the LGBTQ+ veteran community and give them a platform by which they can safely and anonymously share …

Improving access to social housing for members of the Armed Forces, Veterans, and their families

Abstract: The Armed Forces Covenant 2011 is a promise from the nation to those who serve in the Armed Forces, whether regular or reserve. It commits that they should face no …

Joining Forces A holistic approach to the resettlement of ex-Service personnel

Executive Summary: With a stalling European economy, housing shortages and a difficult local jobs market especially for younger people, the environment for Service Leavers (SL) is …

UK Armed Forces Families Strategy 2022-2032

Abstract: This UK Armed Forces Families Strategy 2022-32 has a dual focus: to inspire partnership working across the UK, honouring the enduring pledge of the Armed Forces …

Branching Out A National Framework to start-up and scale-up Housing First in Scotland

Abstract: This Framework is for all organisations and sectors starting or scaling up Housing First in Scotland. It sets out the context in which Housing First can be successfully …