mackembulldog
Striker
The fact is they arent.. and havent had for years... quite simply a number are suffering mental health issues before they even hit the streets. People released from prison seem to get more post release support. Yes we have the RBL, RAFA, SSAFA among many other charitable organisations...Well, go on then. Why should they?
I agree that it shouldn't advocate preferential treatment over other victims of homelessness as they are all victims. This day and age we should even be having to consider it as an issue let alone a problem.
A lot of ex military often find themselves in this situation due to the fact they are reluctant to ever ask for help, a big part of the problem. I know some will cite 'active duty' PTSD etc, as something to highlight their plight further than most and I again agree, a soldiers plight should not be seen as a higher priority than a young person who has found themselves homeless following years of abuse.
The government has decided to set up a dedicated service to help assist those who effectively worked in or for the government, so in some sense it is preferential.
I cant say why they should or why they shouldnt get preferential treatment without upsetting both sides of the fence.. and I sit on the military side of it