Veterans' charity Combat Stress stops new referrals over funding crisis
But veterans' minister Johnny Mercer said he will hold an"urgent meeting" over Combat Stress' problems.But it said 90% of its income is now dependent on public donations.
It said it is now faced with scaling back its services and workforce and is consulting with staff about its proposals. Sue Freeth, chief executive of Combat Stress, has questioned whether NHS England will be able to cope.Ms Freeth said 80% of veterans who come to her organisation have either used the NHS and have not had their needs met, or have felt unable to use NHS services.
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