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LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme

Asked by Navendu MishraLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 14 July 2026UIN 16591

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, how many applications have been made to the LGBTQ+ Independent Impact Panel; how many have been determined; and how many remain outstanding.

Answered by Mr Calvin Bailey

As of 6 July 2026, the LGBT Financial Recognition Scheme has received 1,290 applications for an Impact Payment, of which, 804 have received a decision from the Independent Panel and 486 are pending a decision from the Panel.

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