Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Monday, 7 September 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 9 September 2026. It was answered by Calvin Bailey (Labour) on Tuesday, 15 September 2026 on behalf of the Ministry of Defence.

Veterans: LGBT+ People

Question: To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, with reference to the independent review on the impact of the ban on LGBT personnel serving in the UK Armed Forces between 1967 and 2000, how many former service personnel have sought a) financial restorative justice via (i) a financial recognition payment of £50,000 and (ii) an Impact Payment of up to £20,000 and b) non-financial restorative measures via the opportunity to receive an official letter of apology, replacement service items and a restoration ceremony.

Answer: As at 7 September 2026, Defence had received 1,184 applications for the Dismissed and Discharged Payment of £50,000, 1,435 applications for the Impact Payment of up to £20,000, and 1,203 applications for non-financial restorative measures, from both veterans and current Service personnel. Applicants may apply for more than one element of the scheme.

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