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Ensure every UK Armed Forces veteran funeral is offered Armed Forces recognition

Submitted by DONNA HAREWOOD on Wednesday 11th March 2026

Published on Friday 10th April 2026

Current status: Open

Open until: Saturday 10th October 2026

Current Signatures: 152
(count is updated approximately hourly)

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Ensure every UK Armed Forces veteran funeral is offered Armed Forces recognition

Petition Details

We ask the UK Government to create a national framework so every UK Armed Forces veteran funeral is offered recognition from the Armed Forces community, such as a standard bearer or veteran representative.

Additional Information

Many UK Armed Forces veterans are buried without formal recognition of their service. While some funerals include standard bearers or representatives from veteran organisations, this depends on local arrangements and family awareness. A national framework could help ensure every veteran's funeral receives the opportunity for recognition while respecting families' wishes. It would also help ensure families know recognition is available for those who served.


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