Accountability starts at the top. My new blog explores the departure of Sir Ben Key, former First Sea Lord, and how it sets new standards for behaviour in the Armed Forces. Read more: https://t.co/GXYaGx2yCQ #MilitaryNews#ArmedForces#RoyalNavy@BBK_Military
Life in the military involves demanding physical activities with a range of hazards even with everyday tasks, read my blog discussing navigating slips, trips and falls in the UK military @BBK_Military https://t.co/aWAyqdacfj
Earlier this year, the chief coroner for England and Wales implemented a new policy to publicly name and shame organisations failing to address Prevention of Future Death reports in time.
In my blog I consider whether this initiative could save lives: https://t.co/BXTw6rvuuU
The verdict in the inquest into the tragic death of Gunner Jaysley Beck highlights significant failures in the military complaints process. More must be done to provide better protection for service personnel. You can read more in my blog here:
https://t.co/JfrnCNgjv4
A coroner has ruled that mishandling of sexual assault allegations by the British Army contributed to Gunner Jaysley Beck’s suicide. Her complaint was minimised, impacting her severely, the report said. https://t.co/USgGZvwqzW #JusticeForJaysley#ArmyReform
Gunner Jaysley Beck inquest exposes serious military accountability failures. Senior officer she reported for sexual misconduct was given a minor sanction, then promoted. We stand with Emma Norton, The Centre for Military Justice, in fighting for justice. https://t.co/GE6L7gwDWi
Support for those who have served in the forces in coming to terms with a #lifechanginginjury from people with lived experience of both is invaluable. @BoltBurdonKemp is very proud to be backing @uk_peer in their mission to provide #servicepeople with the support they deserve
Injured in the Armed Forces? Don’t miss your deadline to make a claim.
Read my blog if you believe you have suffered from a negligent injury.
@BBK_Military
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Today is International Day of Persons with Disabilities. Disability rights are human rights. Here’s a reminder of some recent cases in which our disabled clients have used the law to protects their rights: [1/5]
1. I don’t often tweet about my personal life, but on 1st November, my mum Jane was hit by a large vehicle as a pedestrian in St. Louis, USA. She suffered a severe brain injury & remains in a coma in hospital.
Here's Jane & me in happier times.
Sir Kier Starmer stated he will provide homes for all military veterans, with an estimated 2,000 currently living on the streets. If this accommodation is not adequate, however, it could present a wave of physical and mental health issues for Veterans.
https://t.co/pPhm5T4TUE
Royal Navy investigation reveals widespread misogyny and bullying in the submarine service. Sophie Brook's courage in speaking out must be the catalyst for significant change. Read my blog below:
https://t.co/6XEU3EFYcj
#militaryreform#genderequality#supportourtroops
My colleague, @PhoebeGL_Newell, has written a helpful blog on all of the housing options available to service personnel and veterans and where to go to get advice and support #militaryhousing
https://t.co/yrH67QFNPr
Sandhurst’s efforts to increase female recruits is a positive step, but deeper cultural issues persist. More must be done to address inappropriate behaviours and improve welfare support.
#MilitaryReform#GenderEquality#SupportOurTroops
https://t.co/poTWFU2VRr
Specialist #military unit service personnel often face unique challenges when considering legal claims, read for further information about how to navigate these complexities https://t.co/ZsSlNRBpgt
@BBK_Military#militarykind
Please see my comments in @personneltoday regarding the case of Kerry-Ann Knight who suffered 12 years of racist and sexist abuse during her military service. An all too common occurrence and something the MoD urgently needs to address
https://t.co/gjYMJqWfLi