The Gurkha families fighting for their pensions
Gurkhas who retired before 1997 receive far less than their British Army counterparts.
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"She thinks they've been let down a bit and says she would be grateful if the pension was bigger than it is as that would make her living conditions and financial situation better."
— Indumati Thapa , Other
"It's so important we show our support for these elderly people. They served this country with distinction over decades and decades."
— Matt Rodda , Politician
Key People
A widow who recently lost her husband and son and is a friend of Indumati Thapa.
An 87-year-old widow of a Gurkha veteran who is struggling with her pension.
The Labour MP for Central Reading who advocates for Gurkha veterans' pension rights.
A local Labour councillor who translates for Indumati Thapa.
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Gurkhas who retired before 1997 receive far less than their British Army counterparts.
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