Far-right groups 'actively targeting vulnerable military veterans on social media'

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FAR-RIGHT EXTREMISM

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Individuals leaving the forces can lack support, including assistance with mental health needs resulting from their service, and may be at risk of being enticed by the sense of belonging and familiar organisational structure that far-right groups claim to offer. "Far-right groups have attempted to exploit this vulnerability, directly contacting former service personnel via social media and charities."