The following article has been extracted from the Somerset County RBL Weekly Newsletter

Veteran Card - Digital Version Launched

Friday 17th October saw the launch of a Digital Version of the card which can be used for ex-Service men and women to:

• Register their service background with their GP to access the healthcare opportunities they deserve with security and respect. This can give them access to services in England such as Op RESTORE for physical health support and Op COURAGE for mental health and wellbeing.

• Confirm their military background to access supported housing through Op FORTITUDE, the government’s secure referral system and support service for ex-Service Personnel who are at risk of or experiencing homelessness.

• Get support into high value careers with Op ASCEND - a free government-backed service linking them up with career advisors and veteran-friendly employers.

• Access discounts and services offered by participating businesses with the security and convenience they deserve – in time for Remembrance Sunday.

The digital card is optional and will initially be available for in-person use, with functionality set to expand over the coming months to enable online use, further increasing convenience whilst maintaining security and creating new opportunities for veterans to access services.

More details are available through the Veterans Website, search :
Digital version of Veteran Card launched for quicker and easier access to support - GOV.UK