The concerns focus on the possible loss of key personnel, which could threaten help for former armed forces personnel in the county. Gideon Amos, the Liberal Democrat MP for Taunton and Wellington, has voiced his support for the Wellington Veterans group, warning that a change in funding allocation could see the level of support reduced. Steve Summers, speaking on behalf of the Wellington Veterans group, feared that the outreach work could be 'dissolved,' especially if vital staff were reassigned. Formed in 2017, the Wellington Veterans group supports former service personnel and their families and operates independently of politics and religion. A spokesperson for Somerset NHS said: "We remain firmly committed to supporting Armed Forces veterans across Somerset and are proud of the progress made alongside our partners in recent years.