UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting Faces Homophobic Hate Mail

Newly appointed UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting has reported receiving a surge of homophobic hate messages since taking office, highlighting ongoing challenges for LGBTQ+ officials in the military.

26 Aug, 21:21 — 26 Aug, 21:21

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Wes Streeting deluged with homophobic hate mail since becoming defence secretary

Homosexuality was decriminalised in the UK in 1967, but a ban continued in the armed forces until 2000.

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UK Defence Secretary Wes Streeting Faces Homophobic Hate Mail

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Wes Streeting deluged with homophobic hate mail since becoming defence secretary

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