Question to the Ministry of Defence:

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what plans his Department has to review the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme.

The Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) is independently reviewed every five years through the Quinquennial Review (QQR) to ensure it remains fit for purpose. The most recent QQR report was published in July 2023, with the previous Government's response issued in March 2024. Implementation of the accepted recommendations is currently underway.

The Independent Medical Expert Group advises Ministers on medical and scientific aspects of the AFCS and related matters and also ensures the AFCS remains current with latest research and changing circumstances.