2 Joining the forces - recruitment and representation
Women’s representation in the forces
3 Thriving and progressing in the Forces
Biases and change within the Forces
‘Unacceptable behaviours’ in the Forces
The prevalence and types of behaviours
Efforts by the MOD and Single Services to reduce these behaviours
Case studies: other challenges affecting female Service personnel
Supporting those with family responsibilities
4 Responding if things go wrong
Planned changes to the complaints system
Sexual offences within the Service Justice System
Specialist support in the complaints and justice systems
Reasons for leaving the Armed Forces
The situation of female veterans
Available services and whether these meet female veterans’ needs
Conclusions and recommendations
Appendix 1: Hierarchy of ranks in the Armed Forces
List of Reports from the Committee during the current Parliament
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