Written questions

LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme

Commons · Question 16592 · Tabled 7 Jul 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record

Answered 14 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Navendu Mishra

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what assessment he has made of the adequacy of the application deadline of 12 December 2026 will allow all eligible veterans sufficient opportunity to apply for restorative measures.

Answer

Answered by Calvin Bailey, 14 Jul 2026

The LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme (FRS) will close at 23:59 on 12 December 2026 following a 24-month application window. The duration of the FRS’ application window was limited by its reliance on the authority of the Supply and Appropriations Act, whi...