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Veteran has 'burning fire' to correct pension 'robbery'

Ernest Williams, a Royal Navy veteran, has campaigned since the 1980s to correct what he calls a pension 'robbery' related to his discharge date and pension amount.
The issue arose due to changes in military pension rules and differing discharge dates between 'first wave' veterans like Williams and a later 'second wave' that received improved pensions.
Williams and his wife Wendy sought multiple reviews and appeals through the MOD, pension authorities, MPs, and parliamentary discussions but were consistently informed that his pension was accurate according to the rules in place at the time.
Williams stated he feels 'very bitter' about his treatment and described himself as 'a stubborn old sod' determined to continue fighting because the extra pension would have made a 'vast difference'.
The case highlights ongoing veteran financial grievances and calls for action by current MP Simon Opher, but MOD maintains retrospective changes would cause unmanageable consequences.

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