South Kesteven's Armed Forces veterans will be recognised in the 2021 census | Updated: 18:00, 09 March 2021 Armed Forces veterans across South Kesteven have their first ever chance to have their service recognised in this monthâs national census. The 2021 census form includes tick boxes to confirm military service for ex-regulars and former reservists to define the true number of veterans in the community. Findings from the Office of National Statistics survey will help South Kesteven District Council to better engage with the districtâs armed forces community, estimated to be in excess of 11,000 people. Census 2021 (45004241) Councillor Annie Mason (Con), SKDC cabinet member for communities, said: âOur military community is significant, much valued and important to us. We want to support and work with all its different aspects, and so we are urging people to tick the box confirming their previous military service.