Military veterans told they owe thousands of pounds over clerical error
Hundreds of former UK service personnel have had their pensions cut after being overpaid.
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"I haven't got £8,000 to pay out."
— Ray Lawton , Other
"I think they should take responsibility for it because it's not my fault."
— Ray Lawton , Other
"How can I forgive the government for that?"
— Andrew Thorburn , Other
"There is a compelling case in many instances for the debt to be wiped."
— Penny Mordaunt , Politician
Key People
Royal Navy veteran also challenged about pension debts.
RAF veteran affected by pension repayment issues.
Former Tory MP and current government minister.
Royal Artillery veteran facing pension repayment due to clerical error.
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Hundreds of former UK service personnel have had their pensions cut after being overpaid.
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