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LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme: Recruitment of Independent Panel and Appeals Board

12 May 2025

Proposing MP
Alistair Carns Lab
Birmingham Selly Oak
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Ministry of Defence
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At a Glance

Issue Summary

The statement addresses the recruitment of an independent panel and appeals board for the LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme to determine eligibility for payments related to past discrimination in the Armed Forces.

Action Requested

I am pleased to announce the appointment of specific individuals to serve on the Independent Panel and Appeals Board, which will oversee the financial recognition scheme. The appointments are for a period of two years as Direct Ministerial Appointments.

Key Facts

  • The LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme includes ‘LGBT FRS Dismissed or Discharged Payment’ and ‘LGBT FRS Impact Payment’.
  • The Impact payment covers pain and suffering related to the Ban on homosexuality in the Armed Forces.
  • There are three tariff bands for the Impact payment: Level One £1,000-£5,000; Level Two £5,000-£10,000; Level Three £10,000-£20,000.
  • The Independent Panel consists of Lord Paddick (Chair) and seven other members.
  • The Appeals Board is chaired by Douglas Bosphore-Ward MBE and includes three other members.
  • Both the Independent Panel and Appeals Board are appointed for two years.
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