Scottish Government: LGBT Veterans Independent Review

Veterans Minister, Graeme Dey today responded to the publication of Lord Etherton’s independent review into the service and experience of LGBT veterans who served in the Armed Forces between 1967 and 2000.

Mr Dey said:

“The ban on homosexuality in the Armed Forces was abhorrent and should never have been in place.

“It’s clear from the many personal accounts within the review that a grave injustice was done. Lord Etherton’s recommendations and suggestions will go some way to addressing that.

“While the Armed Forces are a reserved matter, and the recommendations within the review are all for the UK Government to deliver, the independent review contains two suggestions for Scotland. These are around diversity and inclusivity for healthcare and housing providers to ensure that veterans do not face any repeat of the homophobic policies they suffered in the Armed Forces.

“The Scottish Government is committed to supporting LGBT veterans and determining how to deliver on these suggestions is an important part of that support.”

Background

LGBT Veterans Independent Review - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)