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MP welcomes announcement of independent Armed Forces Commissioner
21/01/2025
The appointed person will be a direct point of contact for serving personnel and their families
Legislation to establish an independent Armed Forces Commissioner to improve service life for our Armed Forces and their families has been welcomed by Banbury’s MP.
Sean Woodcock says the Commissioner would be “a strong, independent voice for our forces in Banbury committed to improving service life.”
The appointed person will be a direct point of contact for serving personnel and their families, to raise issues which impact service life.
John Healey MP, Secretary of State for Defence, said: “Our government will always stand up for those who serve our country, and our Armed Forces will always have our fullest support. That’s why we have already confirmed the largest pay rise for personnel in over 20 years and are taking further steps today.
“The Armed Forces Commissioner will champion serving personnel and their families who make great sacrifices to help keep Britain secure at home and strong abroad.”
Sean Woodcock added: “I am delighted that the Labour Government is introducing the Armed Forces Commissioner. They will be a strong, independent voice for our Forces community in Banbury, committed to improving service life.
“Under the previous Conservative Government morale hit a record low, and we were left facing a recruitment and retention crisis in our forces. This Government is putting people at the heart of our defence plans.”
Published: by Banbury FM Newsteam