Nightmare for Andy Burnham as plot for over 60s to fight WW3 falls apart
Hundreds of former soldiers will snub Andy Burnham's plans to call them back into uniform and fight for Britain if war with Russia erupts. A growing movement of veterans say Labour abandoned soldiers with mental health issues and left then on the streets homeless. The angry backlash directed towards the Government comes just days before the Prime Minister will join the nation in paying respect to the country’s fallen veterans at the Armistice ceremony in London and across the country next week.
TL;DR
- Former soldiers are refusing Andy Burnham's plans to recall them for potential war with Russia.
- Veterans feel abandoned by the Labour government, citing issues with mental health support and homelessness.
- There is a perception that migrants and benefit claimants receive better treatment than veterans.
- A mass mobilization is planned for spring 2027 to assess the availability of 95,000 retired soldiers.
- Military chiefs are reportedly advising the government to call on former soldiers and introduce conscription due to fears of conflict in Europe.
- Veterans express disappointment with the lack of direct help and support for employment and housing.
- The Ministry of Defence acknowledges a debt of gratitude and is investing in veteran support services.