• Media: Summary
Clear all

Policy Summary: Reframing the narrative on transition

The Understanding the Transition from Military to Civilian Life report (2025) identifies areas within Defence where in-career transition preparation could be strengthened to help …

Social prescribing in the military: is it time to embrace a change?

Abstract: Defence requires a fit fighting force, but fitness is impacted by more than medical issues, life stressors also play a part. The Defence Medical Services (DMS) provide …

The Mental Health and Wellbeing of the UK Armed Forces Community (March 2023)

Abstract: This briefing note provides an outline of the current evidence on the mental health and wellbeing of the UK Armed Forces Community. It aims to provide information from …

Veteran family virtual summit 2023: January 26–27, 2023

Abstract: Veteran Families have unique experiences and needs that are often unheard and unaddressed. To start a discussion about these needs, the Atlas Institute hosted the Veteran …

UK Armed Forces, Police Risk Right-Wing Infiltration, MPs Warn

Abstract: The armed forces should do more to warn their personnel to steer clear of approaches from extremist groups, the committee of MPs said in its report on Tuesday. …

Snapshot: Housing

Abstract: This Snapshot summarises themes and issues relating to housing and accommodation among UK serving personnel and veterans, including single people and families. The …

Snapshot: Mental Health

Abstract: This Snapshot summarises themes and issues relating to what we know about, and how we take care of, the mental health of veterans and the wider Armed Forces population …

UK Defence Expenditure

Abstract: This paper summarises UK defence expenditure (historic, current, and planned), international comparisons of defence expenditure of NATO Allies, and the financial cost of …

The Armed Forces Covenant and Veterans Annual Report 2021

Abstract: This is the 10th Armed Forces Covenant Annual Report since its introduction as a statutory requirement in the Armed Forces Act 2011. It is also the first wholly joint …

Reclaiming American Patriotism in the 21st Century: An Important Mission for Veterans Studies

Abstract: Guest Editor, Bryon L. Garner, introduces his special issue “Patriotism in the 21st Century.” Beginning with a personal introduction and followed by the impetus …