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Financial Redress Scheme for LGBT Veterans in UK Armed Forces

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 24

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What happened

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Wes Streeting issued a final appeal for veterans who suffered historical mistreatment due to their sexuality to seek financial justice. LGBTQ+ former servicemen and women have until December 12 to apply to the financial redress scheme for those affected by the pre-2000 'gay ban' in the military. The ban affected thousands dismissed from the Army, Royal Navy, and RAF.

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Why it matters

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The scheme provides financial compensation for historical mistreatment within the armed forces. Wes Streeting praised The Mirror and Fighting With Pride for campaigning for justice for LGBT veterans who were dismissed or compelled to leave the service.

From aol.co.uk

Who's involved

Wes StreetingIssued the final plea for veterans to apply to the financial redress scheme.
Royal NavyA military service branch affected by the historical 'gay ban' and the redress scheme.
RAFA military service branch affected by the historical 'gay ban' and the redress scheme.
Ministry of DefenceThe government department responsible for the Royal Navy and RAF.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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Royal NavySpeculative
The Royal Navy might face increased financial costs related to the compensation scheme for former personnel.
RAFSpeculative
The RAF might face increased financial costs related to the compensation scheme for former personnel.

Possible ripples

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