Poll: Should former defence force interpreters get the same access to care that Kiwi veterans do?
Hi neighbours,
Former Afghan interpreters in New Zealand are struggling to cope with the after-effects of war.
While nightmares and panic attacks keep some from sleeping, others rely on alcohol to put themselves to sleep.
These former Afghan interpreters, awarded medals for serving with Kiwi troops, are desperate for support, but they don't qualify as Kiwi veterans and can therefore not access funded counselling and medicines.
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So we want to know, should former defence force interpreters get the same access to care that Kiwi veterans do?
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85.2% Yes
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14.8% No
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