What is Dave Pearson's new role at Citizens Advice in Grimsby?

Dave Pearson, a former RAF member, has taken on the new role of armed forces lead with Citizens Advice in Grimsby to help veterans adjust to civilian life.

How many veterans live in the Grimsby area?

According to North East Lincolnshire Council, there are about 7,000 veterans living in the borough.

What kind of support does Dave Pearson provide to veterans?

Pearson helps veterans with issues such as money and debt, housing, employment, disability benefits, training, education, and mental health concerns like PTSD, depression, and substance abuse.

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RAF Veteran Leads Charge to Support Transitioning Soldiers in Grimsby

12 Nov

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RAF veteran Dave Pearson takes on new role to help veterans adjust to civilian life
Assists with issues like money, housing, employment, and disability benefits
Experienced similar challenges and knows what veterans are going through

RAF Veteran Leads Charge to Support Transitioning Soldiers in Grimsby

As of November 12th, 2025, a former RAF member, Dave Pearson, has taken on a new role with Citizens Advice in Grimsby to support veterans transitioning to civilian life. Pearson, who served in the RAF for over 22 years, is now the armed forces lead, tasked with helping people leaving the forces with a range of issues.

These include managing money and debt, finding suitable housing, securing employment, and navigating disability benefits. Pearson says he has "experienced some of the challenges the veterans are facing" and "knows what they're going through." This firsthand experience allows him to provide tailored assistance to those leaving the military.