Veterans: LGBT+ People
Lords · Question HL3058 · Tabled 3 Sep 2026 · Ministry of Defence · Official record
Answered 17 Sep 2026
Question
Asked by Lord Cashman
To ask His Majesty's Government, in the light of the recommendation of the LGBT Veterans Independent Review that any dispute of facts relating to the resignation or dismissal of an LGBT veteran should be decided with a reverse burden of proof, what steps
Answer
Answered by Lord Coaker, 17 Sep 2026
All LGBT veterans who were dismissed or discharged due to the Ban can apply to the Financial Recognition Scheme (FRS) for the Dismissed or Discharged Payment. LGBT veterans who were impacted in other ways under the Ban, including veterans who felt pressur...