Housing priority for disabled troops
New guidance from Whitehall instructs authorities to treat seriously injured service personnel as a priority when allocating modified housing.
It will help to ensure better availability of specially adapted housing with features like 'wet' bathrooms, wider door frames, lowered light switches, and entry slopes rather than steps.
The guidance will also reinforce changes to help make sure all members of the Armed Forces can also apply for social housing in areas in which they were based during their service.
Previously, service personnel were restricted by the need to demonstrate a local connection beyond having served there.
Housing minister Iain Wright said: "We are determined to ensure our armed forces are recognised for their heroic efforts and helped in their transition to civilian life and getting a home."
Director General of The Royal British Legion Chris Simpkins said: "Housing was a key issue for the Legion's 'Honour the Covenant' campaign, so we welcome this decision which will be of real benefit to those who have given so much for their country."
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