Government to support Second World War veterans to travel to overseas commemorative events

Announcement forms part of renewed contract with those who have served, ahead of Veterans Strategy publication on Monday 10 November

Minister Lord Coaker says commitment will help veterans “remember, reconnect and pay their respects” following his attendance at European commemorations

Second World War veterans will be supported by the Government to travel to overseas commemorative events, ensuring those who served in that conflict can attend remembrance ceremonies whilst they are still able.

The Government recognises the profound importance of enabling World War II Veterans to pay their respects at the sites where they served and where their comrades fell.

The announcement comes ahead of the pub

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