Veterans
Veterans and Armed Forces community support
We recognise the contribution and sacrifices made by members of the Armed Forces community and are committed to ensuring that serving personnel, veterans and their families are not disadvantaged when accessing housing services.
This commitment forms part of the Armed Forces Covenant, a national pledge that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, should be treated fairly and should face no disadvantage when accessing public services. In some circumstances, special consideration may be appropriate, particularly for those who have been injured or bereaved as a result of service.
Looking for housing in Newcastle?
Whether you already live in Newcastle or are planning to move here, we can provide advice about your housing options and the support available to members of the Armed Forces community.
Our Armed Forces Outreach Worker can help you understand:
- how to apply to join the housing register
- the types of social housing available in Newcastle
- private rented housing options
- supported housing services
- affordable housing schemes
- support available through the Armed Forces community
- whether you may qualify for additional preference under the Housing Allocations Policy
If you are planning to move to Newcastle following discharge from the Armed Forces, we encourage you to contact us as early as possible for advice.
Contact details
Steven Roden
07928 129183.
steve.roden@newcastle.gov.uk
Additional preference for housing applications
Our Housing Allocations Policy provides additional preference for certain serving and former members of the Armed Forces community who have urgent housing needs.
Any entitlement to additional preference will be assessed by our Armed Forces Outreach Worker in accordance with the Housing Allocations Policy and relevant legislation.
If you think your military service may affect your housing application, please contact us for advice and support.
Being a member of the Armed Forces community does not automatically result in additional preference being awarded. Each application is assessed on its individual circumstances.
Armed Forces Outreach Service
Newcastle City Council works in partnership with neighbouring authorities to provide the Armed Forces Outreach Service.
The service helps veterans transition from military life to civilian life and supports serving personnel, reservists and their families. Support is available on a range of issues, including:
- housing
- benefits and finances
- employment and training
- health and wellbeing
- access to local services
- family support
Our Armed Forces Outreach Worker can help you understand the support available and connect you with specialist organisations where appropriate.
Homeless or at risk of homelessness?
If you do not have accommodation, are at risk of losing your home, or cannot continue to live in your accommodation, contact us as soon as possible.
You do not need to wait until you have nowhere to stay before seeking advice.
We can provide housing advice, assess your circumstances under homelessness legislation and discuss the support available to you.
Members of the Armed Forces community who are homeless or threatened with homelessness may be entitled to additional support depending on their circumstances.
Get help if you are homeless or at risk of homelessness
Armed Forces Covenant
Newcastle City Council signed the Newcastle Armed Forces Community Covenant in 2012 and remains committed to supporting serving personnel, veterans, reservists and their families.
The Covenant recognises that members of the Armed Forces community should not be disadvantaged when accessing services such as housing, healthcare, education and employment.
You can find out more about the local and national commitments that support the Armed Forces community through the links below.
Other support available
A range of organisations provide specialist support to serving personnel, veterans and their families.
This includes advice about:
- housing
- mental health and wellbeing
- employment and training
- finances and benefits
- family support
- independent living