Grantham residents who responded to an Armed Forces survey have been thanked by South Kesteven District

Council. More than 700 people replied, with findings helping with understanding all aspects of military life

and issues arising within the community.

Feedback is now being analysed and the findings will be used to improve local services for

individuals and families who are connected to the military. The survey targeted people in South Kesteven, Rutland and Harborough with a connection to the

British Armed Forces and was developed by Armed Forces Officer Michelle Woolman Lane along

with Healthwatch Rutland. South Kesteven District Council, Cllr Dean Ward, Armed Forces champion, said how rewarding the

response was.

"The enthusiasm of people who took part in the survey proves just what a strong military

community we have," he said. "It's been a privilege to reach out to all those within the services

community living in South Kesteven.

"I am delighted that so many people from our military community have come forward to take part in

this survey and want to thank them for trusting us with so much information. Those connected to

the Armed Forces are a really important part of our district and this has been a golden opportunity

to listen to their concerns. "I am looking forward to hearing the survey findings when they are published in the autumn." The survey report will be published in October.