The PM has apologised for the UK's historical treatment of LGBT veterans who were sacked or forced out of the military
LGBT people were banned from serving in the military until as recently as 2000. A report found"shocking evidence" of a culture of homophobia, bullying, blackmail and sexual assaults.Why you can trust Sky News
It follows a damning report detailing"a vivid picture of overt homophobia at all levels of the armed forces". It said the treatment of victims had"appalling consequences in terms of mental health and wellbeing, homelessness, employment, personal relationships and financial hardship".veterans who served in the armed forces between 1967 and 2000 was carried out by Lord Etherton, former master of the rolls and head of civil justice, was published on Wednesday.
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