LEGACY of the ATOMIC BOMB
RECOGNITION for ATOMIC TEST SURVIVORS
LABRATS represents nuclear veterans, atomic veterans, scientists, civilians, and their families across the world who have been affected by the Atomic / Nuclear Testing program. We are one big family, connected together with one common bond. Our Education, Recognition and Awareness program is a new ERA for the community. We are not affiliated with any UK political party and are not a political campaigning group.
The Atomic family, includes Veterans, descendants, indigenous people and organisations that represent all aspects of the Atomic tests. Thousands of people have been affected by the tests, and there are many organisations across the world representing these people. LABRATS brings all of these organisations together in one place. We want your stories and your input for our site.
nuclear veterans launch legal action
At the All-Tests Reunion, the Nuclear community launched legal action against the Ministry of Defence. Demanding access to their blood records, the community came together with McCrue Jury and Partners to launch the case.
Covered by major news outlets including the BBC, ITV and Sky News.
medal applications are now open!
Applications for the Nuclear Testing medal which covers UK and Commonwealth troops, civilians and local employees in Australia and the South Pacific, under UK command, between 1952 and 1967 are now open. There is no minimum time period of service, and it includes those who were posted to the testing grounds before and after tests were carried out. Next of kin may also apply. The Design has been approved and the medal is now in production.
online directory
Our Member Organisations and Individuals from across the world are listed in the directory. This online directory is the first of it's kind in the world, allowing people to contact their representatives within their country, ensuring that they are not forgotten and can receive any help they need.
"I'll never forget that fateful day,
The day they stole my innocence away.
"Christmas Island" 1957, The 8th of November,
Is the day that I will always remember."
Alan Lockwood R.A.F. Equipment Section (Tent D11. Grapple X&Y 1957/8)