Armed Forces Covenant and Veterans Charter
This Charter recognises that the men and women of Hull in-service and ex-service personnel have served our nation and our nation’s interests through dedicated service. They may have been called on to serve in circumstances that have led to their physical and mental harm.
As a former member of the Army Reserves myself and also married to an ex serviceman, I have an excellent understanding of the issues faced by members of our Armed Forces Community. I am therefore privileged to be the Armed Forces Champion, on behalf of Hull City Council.
Our local authority is committed to the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant, and no veteran or member of the Armed Forces Community will be disadvantaged because of their service. We value our Armed Forces Community, and recognise the commitment and sacrifices made by our Armed Forces.
Councillor Tock - Armed Forces Champion for Hull City Council
The Armed Forces Covenant is a promise from the Nation to those who serve in the Armed Forces. It includes regular or reserve, those who have served in the past, and their families. They should face no disadvantage compared to other citizens in public and commercial services.
The covenant relies on the -
- people
- communities
- businesses
to support it to make a difference.
Purpose of the Charter
The Armed Forces and Veterans Charter is a voluntary statement of intent and of mutual support between a civilian community and its local Armed Forces and Veterans Community. It is intended to complement the Armed Forces Covenant, which outlines the moral obligation between the Nation, the government, and the Armed Forces, at the local level.
Our Armed Forces and Veterans’ Charter encourages public bodies and partner organisations to support in-service and ex-service personnel from the military. The Merchant Navy is included in this along with their families, veterans, and carers.
Access to social and rented housing, retraining for employment, and support groups for servicemen and women suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are just a few of the issues specific to veterans. The Charter addresses these through better joined up working between agencies.
Aims and objectives of the Charter
The Armed Forces and Veterans Charter complements the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant which defines the enduring, general principles that should govern the relationship between the Nation, the government, and the Armed Forces community.
It aims to encourage all parties within a community to offer support to the local Armed Forces and Veterans community and make it easier for Service personnel, families, and veterans to access the help and support available from the MOD, from statutory providers and from the Charitable and Voluntary Sector. These organisations already work together in partnership at local level.