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Veterans: Medical Records

Commons · Question 111524 · Tabled 6 Feb 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 16 Feb 2026

Question

Asked by James MacCleary

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, following discharge, how quickly do veterans receive their medical records.

Answer

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones, 16 Feb 2026

When an individual leaves the Armed Forces, Ministry of Defence (MOD) recognises the importance of facilitating the transfer of healthcare information to their civilian healthcare provider(s). On leaving Defence Medical Services (DMS) care, Service person...