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Do the armed forces deserve special treatment?

The military covenant is to be made law, and new benefits for military families are likely. Do they deserve special treatment? With Patrick Mercer and Stop the War's Chris Nineham.

The government's expected to confirm that the military covenant will be written into law for the first time. New benefits for military families are also likely, such as help with healthcare, council tax relief and extra money for schooling.

But do the armed forces deserve special treatment? Nicky Campbell takes your calls, and hears from guests including Patrick Mercer, the Conservative MP and former infantryman, and Chris Nineham from the Stop the War Coalition.

1 hour

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Mon 16 May 2011 09:00

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  • Mon 16 May 2011 09:00