Veterans discharged or impacted by the ban on LGBT personnel in the UK armed forces had 100 days left as of the 2 September 2026 release to apply for the government's restorative measures, the Ministry of Defence said. The measures followed an independent review of the ban's impact on personnel serving between 1967 and 2000, and the application deadline was set for 12 December.

Eligible veterans dismissed or discharged because of the ban could receive a financial recognition payment of £50,000, and may also have been eligible for an Impact Payment of up to £20,000 for other harms such as investigations, harassment or disciplinary action. Non-financial measures included an official letter of apology, replacement service items and a restoration ceremony.

Defence Secretary Wes Streeting said the ban caused lasting harm and hoped eligible veterans would come forward. Equalities Minister Simon Lightwood called the removals and exclusions a shameful chapter. Jean, a former Army physical training instructor investigated under the ban, encouraged others to apply before the deadline, saying support was available.