Labour will use the King’s Speech scheduled for Monday, July 17 to bring forward a new package of support for our Armed Forces and their families if the party wins the general election.   

Labour’s package includes a new independent champion who would scrutinise the government’s actions on issues affecting service personnel and their families. It will also include a legal guarantee for fair treatment for veterans.   

Matthew Dorrance said: “Like so many people across Britain, Labour has deep respect for the serving men and women of our Armed Forces. Theirs is the ultimate public service.   

“Labour’s new laws will improve everyday life for those who serve and the families who support them. They will begin to right the wrongs for everyday Forces life with a new independent champion, a legal guarantee of fair treatment and ensuring our veterans are properly respected.   

“Keir Starmer’s changed Labour Party will work with our Armed Forces communities to renew the nation’s contract with those who serve and the families who support them.   

“This matters to me. My dad and my brother both served our country at home and abroad as members of our Armed Forces. I know how important getting the right support to service personnel and their families is and I fully support Keir Starmer’s plans.  

 

Matthew and his brother Jonathon at his passing out parade.
Matthew and his brother Jonathon at his passing out parade. (Provided)

“Labour has also repeated our commitment to spend 2.5% of GDP on Defence as soon as possible.”