MOD admits 'mistakes were made' in RAF diversity recruitment drive
"While overall standards did not drop, in hindsight we accept... some mistakes were made," the Ministry of Defence says.
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Army Poll results: Should the Army drop male ranking conventions?
The votes are in, after the Army told Forces News it "remains open to different views and opinions" on the naming of ranks.
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Women Should Army have gender-neutral naming conventions for its ranks?
The Army told Forces News it "remains open to different views and opinions on the naming of ranks" as "women, like men play a key part".
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Diversity MOD sorry for 'non-white non-male' RAF pilot request for Top Gun premiere
The Ministry of Defence insists the comments have been taken out of context.
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Army Op Teamwork: Army tackles bullying, racism and more with training
An "electric shock" was sent through chain of command thanks to the training, said the head of the British Army.
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Navy Royal Navy launches Race Diversity Network
The Navy said the network will support its diverse membership and "promote an inclusive culture".
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Diversity Five or fewer Black Caribbean, Asian officers ranked colonel or above
There is nobody from the RAF or Navy holding an equivalent rank.
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Football England's finest disabled footballers teach military valuable lessons
RAF Shawbury got to grips with blind football and the powerchair game during a visit from the FA elite.
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Arctic/Antarctic Polar Preet: British Army officer begins solo trek to Antarctica
BFBS is sponsoring Captain Harpreet Chandi's attempt to become the first woman of colour to cross the Antarctic unsupported.
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Women Military chief: 'Laddish culture' is encouraged to face enemies but needs change
An inclusivity "shift" for women and minority groups would improve teams, says General Sir Nick Carter.
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Tri-Service 'Speech without offence': MOD releases guide for inclusive language
The Ministry of Defence says the 2021 terminology document is not 'political correctness gone mad' or an attempt to police language.
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NATO NATO Adopts Gender-Neutral Job Title For Most-Senior Officer
The job title has changed in a push towards promoting inclusivity.
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Diversity Army BAME conference encouraging active anti-racism
One aspect of the event will explain why it is 'not enough not to be racist'.
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RAF RAF meets diversity recruitment targets
Over the past 12 months, the RAF has recruited more women and people from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) groups.
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UK Women 'let down' and 'very much offended' by Armed Forces complaints system
A committee has heard that complaints by female and BAME personnel remain disproportionately high.
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LGBTQ Absolute Legends: The Gay Hero Of The Battle Of Britain
Gay men like Ian Gleed served with distinction on the front line, finding love and relationships while they served their King and country...