'Truly Shocking Evidence' of Sexual Harassment in the Armed Forces

A new parliamentary report has found women in the armed forces who are victims of bullying, harassment, discrimination and serious sexual assault are being ‘denied justice’ by a ‘woefully inadequate’ military complaints process.

The Defence Select Committee heard evidence from more than 4,000 women - including veterans and those still serving. MPs said they were ‘truly shocked’ by accounts of sexual assault and rape.

Author of the report Sarah Atherton MP says she does not agree with Defence Minister Baroness Goldie and Colonel Lucy Giles, who say change is happening.