House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Delivery of the recommendations from Lord Etherton’s Review into the treatment of LGBT veterans between 1967-2000
12 December 2024 · Ministry of Defence
Proposed by Alistair Carns Lab Birmingham Selly Oak
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At a glance
Key points
- The LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme was launched on December 13, 2023, with a 75 million budget.
- Two restorative measures include qualification and correction of discharge records and restoration of rank for LGBT veterans.
- Non-financial restorative measures are extended to veterans serving before 1967.
Issue summary
The statement addresses the implementation of recommendations from Lord Etherton’s Review regarding LGBT veterans between 1967-2000.
Action requested
The launch of the LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme on December 13, 2023, with a £75 million budget to provide recognition and express regret for past discriminatory policies. Additionally, two restorative measures are announced: qualification and correction of discharge records and restoration of rank. Non-financial restorative measures are also extended to veterans serving before 1967.
Key facts
- The LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme will launch on December 13, 2023.
- The scheme has a budget of £75 million.
- Payments range from £1,000-£20,000 for the LGBT Impact Payment and a flat rate of £50,000 for those dismissed or discharged under the Ban.
- Discharge records can be qualified to remove blame or dishonour.
- Rank reductions as part of dismissals or discharges can be restored.
- Non-financial restorative measures are extended to veterans serving before 1967.