UK Launches First Government-Funded Veteran Centres
Why this is here: Alabaré’s Salisbury centre will partner with six local military charities to deliver coordinated support, demonstrating a collaborative approach to veteran wellbeing.
The UK government launched its first network of government-funded veteran support centres across the country. Fourteen existing centres will receive over £13 million in funding as part of the VALOUR program. VALOUR aims to improve access to health, housing, employment, and wellbeing services for veterans.
The £50 million program includes a headquarters within the Ministry of Defence, field officers, and an online platform. These components will share data and connect local charities, councils, and service providers.
The initiative supports the 10-year Veterans Strategy, intended to celebrate and support veterans. Alabaré’s centre in Salisbury will coordinate local access to support in the South West of England, serving the region’s 265,000 veterans. Additional centres were selected in Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, and throughout England.