Armed Forces Covenant
Tandridge District Council signed its Armed Forces Community Covenant on 24 April 2014.
Tandridge District Council Community Covenant
Armed Forces Support
Census 2021 results show 2496 Veterans living in Tandridge District.
Tandridge District Council's Armed Forces Champion is Councillor Richard Smith.
Armed Forces Covenant Duty
The statutory Armed Forces Covenant Duty in the Armed Forces Act 2021 places a legal obligation on local authorities to have due regard to the principles of the Armed Forces Covenant when exercising certain functions, in healthcare, education and housing, that could impact the Armed Forces community. The Duty came into force on 22 November 2022.
Veteran Friendly GP Practices
The Oxted, Caterham, Lingfield, Smallfield and Warlingham Health Centres are accredited Veteran Friendly GP Practices helping family doctors and their staff to better identify and treat veterans and other members of the Armed Forces community.
Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) awards grants that support the Armed Forces community.
Useful links
Advice and Guidance – Surrey County Council
Veterans Hubs Project are a relaxed place for veterans to drop in and share a cup of tea and the company of others who have served. They also provide a way to gain advice, support and services under one roof. This means a minimum of two services or charities available at least once a month. Veterans Hubs and Drop-ins Map
The Armed Forces Network Surrey is a partnership across Hampshire, Kent & Medway, Surrey and Sussex to promote understanding and awareness within public authorities and related sectors, including health, of the issues which affect the Armed Forces community in the South East.
Forces Connect is a free mobile app that signposts veterans, Armed Forces personnel, Reservists and their families to support and advice on a range of important issues including health, housing and education in their local area.
Veteran's Monthly Meet Up - The Oxted Branch of the Royal British Legion, 42 Church Lane, Oxted holds a free monthly meet up for all veterans at 1930 hrs on the first Wednesday of each month. A relaxed and fun evening currently including WW2 through to Afghan Veterans.
GOV.UK has a dedicated support guidance for veterans.
Online support guides can help veterans find the information they need categorised by life stages - housing, employment, mental and physical health support, illness or injury, bereavement, care needs and more.
A searchable directory lists both government and charity support available to veterans and their families, allowing veterans to find help locally and nationally. You can search by topic and location for easy access to appropriate support.