Written questions

Armed Forces: Clubs

2026-07-15 · Ministry of Defence · HL2207 · Official question

Lord Jackson of Peterborough

Question

To ask His Majesty's Government, further to the Written Answer by Lord Coaker on 28 May (HL194), what guidance the Army has given on this issue; and what approvals have been (a) accepted, and (b) rejected since July 2024.

Answer

The Deputy Chief of the General Staff has directed Corps and Regimental Colonels to conduct a full review of all Army associations with private members’ clubs, to ensure their rules, policies and culture align with Army values, including equality and resp...