#LGBTHistoryMonth

2000

The ban on LGB personnel in the UK Armed Forces being able to serve openly is lifted. The decision followed a series of talks between Pride London and the Ministry of Defence.

RAF LGBTQ+ Network

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#LGBTHistoryMonth

2005

An RAF couple made history by having the first same-sex civil partnership in the UK Armed Forces.

This month, we're celebrating the progress made for LGBTQ+ individuals in the military. RAF LGBTQ+ Network

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#LGBTHistoryMonth

2019

The 2019 London Pride Parade was a historic event, with the largest military representation ever seen. A total of 250 members from all services proudly marched alongside an estimated 1.5 million parade-goers.

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📣New service alert: We're launching a Telephone Friendship Group for LGBTQ+ RAF veterans, providing a safe space to help combat loneliness and build connections.

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#LGBTHistoryMonth

2021

21 years after the ban on being homosexual in the military was lifted, former service personnel who were dismissed on the basis of their sexuality were invited to have their forfeited medals returned to them. RAF LGBTQ+ Network

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This LGBT History Month, Defence Minister Rt Hon Andrew Murrison MP encourages LGBT veterans to apply for restorative measures following the Etherton Review. We are working hard to deliver the review’s recommendations at pace. LGBT veterans: support and next steps - ow.ly/ah7h50QCHgb

Last night, we had the pleasure of being invited to Sir Lindsay Hoyle’s LGBT+ History Month Reception.

A fantastic event, full of kind words, positive actions and support measures.
We’ve come so far but we’re not resting on our laurels. Progress is underway ⚓️

To mark #LGBTHistoryMonth we're proud to collaborate with RAF LGBTQ+ Network to highlight the significant milestones and events that have ignited change for the LGBT+ community within the RAF.

Keep an eye on our channels throughout the month 🤝🌈

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“If you don’t recognise where you came from it’s very easy to take for granted the changes that have been made.”

Thousands of people across the UK will be thinking of their loved-ones serving overseas in the military this Christmas.

To thank the Armed Forces - and those waiting for them back home - CBeebies will show a special Bedtime Story from personnel around the world at 6.50pm.

The Government has announced its response to the Etherton Review. We’re committed to righting these historical wrongs and have already delivered some of the recommendations.

For more details including how LGBT veterans can apply for restorative actions👇
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Specific guidance on existing and planned restorative measures for LGBT veterans, can be found at: gov.uk/government/pub… [5/5]

More information on support, services and restorative measures available to those impacted by the pre-2000 ban on LGBT+ personnel in the armed forces can be found at: gov.uk/government/col… [4/5]

Lord Etherton’s Independent Review report into the service and experience of LGBT veterans who served prior to 2000 can be read at: gov.uk/government/pub… [3/5]

The Government’s full responce to the #EthertonReport can be read on GOV.UK at: gov.uk/government/pub… [2/5]

Final preparations underway at The Royal Military Chapel (The Guards' Chapel) for tomorrow night’s Army LGBT+ Network Christmas Carol Service; looking forward to meeting members, friends from other Defence networks, allies… and mulled wine and mince pies!