Written Question·Ministry of Defence·UIN 35029

Armed Forces: Harassment and Sexual Offences

Tabled: 3 March 2025

Answered: 11 March 2025

Question

Martin Wrigley

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, if he will hold discussions with PTSD Resolution on tackling (a) harassment and (b) sexual assault in the armed forces.

Answer

Al Carns

There is no place for harassment or any form of abuse within the Armed Forces – or anywhere within Defence. I am deeply concerned that Service women in particular have been – and continue to be- subject to sexual harassment, sexual assault, and other unac...

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