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A Letter to the KM Editor 7th April 2008

April 7, 2008 10:00 AM
By Guy Voizey

Sir,

Your readers will be aware of the contribution to our country made by Gurkha soldiers, many of whom are based in Kent. Unfortunately the government continues to deny Gurkhas who retired before 1997 the right to live in this country. It is outrageous that soldiers who were prepared to die for our country are not made to feel welcome by our government. The government should change its mind and give all Gurkhas the right to live in the UK once they have served in the British Army for four years. These ex-servicemen should also be entitled to the same pension as other British soldiers. If your readers agree, they can sign an online petition on the Downing Street website. It can be found by going to http://petitions.pm.gov.uk/Gurkha-soldiers/.

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