By Jim Murphy

When we think of service personnel returning from the frontline we often think of the ‘heroes’ welcome’ – a waiting family, a grateful nation, courage honoured. But what happens after that doesn’t always capture the headlines. For some military service-leavers the transition from military to civilian life can be difficult and distressing. The plethora of agencies someone comes into contact with to access services or benefits can be disorientating after a military life of order and clear chain of command.  [...]