LITTLE Hulton Gulf War veteran, Andrew Honer, is urging the Government to follow America's example and compensate victims of Gulf War Syndrome.

Andrew, whose life fell apart after returning from the Gulf with a clutch of medals, where he served as a combat medic, has been campaigning with other veterans for official recognition of the Syndrome.

Since returning, he has been forced to give up work, he receives a pension and is classified disabled.

However, he is still fighting on behalf of his cause, and applauded America's decision to finally recognise the existence of the Syndrome.

He was speaking after President Bill Clinton met with Michael Sills, the first Veteran to receive compensation.

Michael served in the US National Guard during the war.

Andrew said: "We are encouraging all Gulf Veterans who are victims to stick to their fight for compensation and are urging the Government to follow in America's footsteps."

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