- New polling of more than 12,000 people finds that the majority of the general public and employers have positive views of veterans
- Employers view veterans as having a strong work ethic, and being resilient and dedicated.
- Veterans' Affairs Minister Johnny Mercer visited Barclays today to meet ex-military staff who have transitioned successfully into civilian life
The public and employers have given their backing to veterans of the UK Armed Forces, in a new study by YouGov into perceptions of former military personnel.
The study, which will help shape future policy initiatives, showed that 71% of employers believed that veterans have a strong work ethic, whilst a vast majority of fellow employees said that veterans are resilient and would welcome working alongside them.
YouGov's report, commissioned by the Office for Veterans' Affairs, asked more than 12,000 members of the public, as well as employers, healthcare professionals and
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