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Banned LGBT veterans to get up to £70,000 in compensation

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12/11/2024

LGBT veterans who were dismissed from the armed forces for being gay will be eligible to receive up to £70,000 in compensation, the government will announce on Thursday. The Ministry of Defence said the move followed extensive engagement with LGBT veterans and campaigners.

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