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Service Personnel Command Paper

The Nation's Commitment: Cross-Government Support to our Armed Forces, their Families and Veterans.

Earlier this year, Government asked all departments what more could be done to demonstrate our commitment to the Armed Forces and our gratitude for their service and sacrifice.

This Command Paper is the result of that process, and it offers a comprehensive framework to address these issues. Two principles underpin it.

First, it is designed to end any disadvantage that armed service imposes on our people, their families and veterans. It specifically seeks to counter the difficulties that follow from being required to move around the country or the world, and identifies those areas where special treatment is needed to achieve this.

Second, the Paper sets out how we can better support and recognise those who have been wounded in the service of their country.

Follow the links displayed on this page for further information on the measures within the Nation’s Commitment, how to access your entitlements and who to talk to if you’re having not receiving the level of service pledged in the Command Paper.