HELP is at hand for ex-servicemen and their families. Members of the Soldiers, Sailors, Airmen and Families Association (SSAFA) and the military support service the Veterans Agency will be on hand when the two organizations hold a joint advice surgery.

The surgery takes place in Hereford on May 14 and the aim is to offer help and advice on issues such as pension entitlement to general welfare.

It will be held at the WRVS centre in Vicarage Road between 11am and 14.30pm.

Organizers say they could offer help with applications for veterans badges which are available to every former member of the armed services.