Find out about the Armed Forces Community in Leeds

As part of their commitment to the armed forces community Leeds City Council disregards all payments made under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (2005) and the War Pension Scheme as income, when assessing eligibility for Housing Benefit.  

Leaving the armed forces is a big step which impacts both the service leaver and their family. The sooner you start to thinks about aspects of transition that will affect your life the more likely your experience will be a positive one. 

Leeds City Council disregards all payments made under the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (2005) and the War Pension Scheme as income, when assessing eligibility for Council Tax Support. 

Employment and Skills Leeds is part of Leeds City Council. Our aim is to support a healthier greener and more inclusive economy that works for everyone by connecting people and opportunities, promoting access to jobs, training and careers guidance, and supporting employers with their recruitment and skills needs.

Leaving the Armed forces impacts both the Service leaver and their family. Here is some information to support veterans and their families in Leeds.  

The Armed Forces Covenant states that no one who has served in the Armed Forces should face disadvantage and, in specific circumstances, can expect special consideration.

Check out the directory and find organisations and services which support the Armed Forces Community.