THE COMMITTEE
A committee has been established in Northern Ireland which brings together different organisations and charities that provide support for veterans. The committee aims to improve cooperation between all services involved in supporting veterans and to facilitate better coordination of effort when interacting both for individuals and for groups.
If you are a charitable organisation in Northern Ireland and would like to get involved with the committee, contact the Reserve Forces and Cadets Association for Northern Ireland, telephone: 028 9068 6150.
SUPPORT TO VETERANS
Lisburn & Castlereagh City Councils Alderman James Tinsley is the Council’s representative to the Reserve Forces and Cadets Association for Northern Ireland (RFCANI). He is the Veterans’ Champion for Lisburn & Castlereagh. If you, a member of your family or a friend are a veteran and you need advice on accessing support, contact Alderman Tinsley
Email: james.tinsley@lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk
Telephone: 07866 266294
INFORMATION ABOUT OTHER SUPPORT AGENCIES
The committee has published a handbook for veterans which signposts local agencies. Please click here to download a copy.
For more information on the committee, go to the Reserve Forces & Cadets Association Northern Ireland (RFCANI) website.