Leo Docherty corrected the Commons record on Office for Veterans' Affairs
The words were spoken in the Commons on 23 September 2021. The correction was made by letter from the Minister for Defence People and Veterans, and printed in Hansard's Written Corrections on 19 October 2021. The corrected text no longer gives the figure £20 million. Altogether 18 words differ between the two versions.
The question
Recent events in Afghanistan are yet another reminder of veterans’ dedication and sacrifice, and I think the whole House will recognise the support that they need after serving their country. Will the Minister set out the steps he is taking to help veterans, particularly those who suffer from substance and alcohol misuse?
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| I agree entirely, and we must put on record our thanks to all those involved in the two decades of operational activity in Afghanistan. I thank my hon. Friend for the support she is giving to veterans in her constituency. We are putting an additional £5 million into armed forces charities, bringing that support to more than £25 million this year, and an additional £2.7 million | I agree entirely, and we must put on record our thanks to all those involved in the two decades of operational activity in Afghanistan. I thank my hon. Friend for the support she is giving to veterans in her constituency. We are putting an additional £5 million into armed forces charities, bringing that support to more than £25 million this year, and an additional £2.7 million for Operation Courage over the next three years. |
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Receipt
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| Date read | 15 October 2026 |
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