The policy is a key part of the Conservative promise to former and current armed forces personnel at the 2019 General Election.

Why PM’s pledge to curb veteran prosecutions is controversial

Sergeant Matt Tonroe was killed in an accidental detonation of a colleague's explosive.

British soldier Matt Tonroe fighting IS killed by friendly fire

The 1,000 person lightshow was set up to try find thousands of RAF veterans who could benefit from the RAF Benevolent Fund.

The Special Boat Service veteran told ITV News how he ended up "eating the biggest slice of humble pie" after 20 years of active service.

The Armed Forces are involved in 35 operations in more than 30 countries.

The prime minister highlighted the work done after the Russian Novichok attack in Wiltshire as well as those serving further afield.

Corporal Mikko Vehvilainen, a veteran of the Afghan conflict, was jailed for eight years.

An extra 1,350 personnel from oversees are hoped to be enlisted to the the Navy, Army and Air Force every year.

General Lord Houghton says the public has been ‘deluded’ over armed forces strength.

The British soldier killed by a roadside bomb in northern Syria has been named as Sergeant Matt Tonroe.

His comments at the Defence and Security Forum on Monday came after a £20 billion black hole in the budget for the next decade emerged.

The prime minister said she is 'immensely grateful' for the sacrifice of those who cannot be home for Christmas.

General Sir Richard Barrons wrote a scathing 10 page assessment of Britain's armed forces.

Guardsman Chloe Allen said she hopes to inspire others to "come out and be themselves". 

David Cameron will announce the deployment of 650 troops to the east as he positions the UK in a leading role within European security.