House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Royal Navy Behaviours
07 October 2024 · Ministry of Defence
Proposed by Alistair Carns Lab Birmingham Selly Oak
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The minister announces actions taken against individuals involved in misconduct in the Royal Navy Submarine Service from 2014 to 2020.
- Implementation of thirty-seven recommendations to improve culture and training within the Royal Navy Submarine Service is underway.
- A Commander is appointed as Head of Culture for the Royal Navy, and a programme called 'Raising our Standards' is established to promote positive working practices across Defence.
Issue summary
The statement addresses misconduct and unacceptable behaviour in the Royal Navy Submarine Service from 2014-2020.
Action requested
The minister announces actions taken against individuals involved in misconduct, implementation of 37 recommendations to improve culture and training, appointment of a Commander as Head of Culture for the Royal Navy, and establishment of a programme called 'Raising our Standards' to instil positive working practices across Defence. A formal review will be conducted in six months.
Key facts
- Investigation commissioned by the Royal Navy in October 2022.
- Misconduct proceedings have been conducted against several individuals.
- 37 recommendations made for cultural and practical changes, accepted by the First Sea Lord.
- Proactive welfare checks for submarine crews pre and post deployment implemented.
- A Commander appointed as Head of Culture for the Royal Navy.
- 'Raising our Standards' programme established to address unacceptable behaviour across Defence.