military covenant
Britishnoun
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But Professor Neil Greenberg, from the Royal College of Psychiatrists, said he believed ministers were failing to honour the military covenant promise.
From BBC • Oct. 29, 2014
The main principles of the military covenant were enshrined in law in the Armed Forces Act 2011.
From BBC • Oct. 29, 2014
The military covenant states that soldiers could be called upon to make the "ultimate sacrifice" but in return they and their families will be "sustained and rewarded by commensurate terms and conditions of service".
From BBC • Oct. 29, 2014
Maj Braithwaite, who has served in Iraq and Afghanistan, said the government's actions were contrary to the military covenant - a promise of a duty of care in return for sacrifices made.
From BBC • Jun. 18, 2013
Con in progress The military covenant is to be enshrined in law.
From The Guardian • Sep. 17, 2010
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