Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 95072

Armed Forces: Discharges

Tabled: 27 November 2025

Answered: 4 December 2025

Question

Neil Coyle

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what procedures are in place to ensure an effective handover of medical records from Defence Medical Services to the NHS for personnel that are medically discharged.

Answer

Louise Sandher-Jones

The Ministry of Defence (MOD) recognises the importance of facilitating the transfer of healthcare information to civilian healthcare provider(s) when an individual leaves the Armed Forces,. Personnel are advised to register with an NHS GP one to three mo...

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