Exemplary RAF veteran sacked for being gay now he wants justice

Over 1,000 LGBTQ veterans discharged under the historic military ban on homosexuality may still be entitled to compensation, but have less than six months to apply. Former Lord Mayor of Manchester Carl Austin-Behan, who was dismissed from the RAF at 25 for being gay, is backing a campaign to track down these “lost veterans” before the deadline passes. Campaigners are urging anyone affected to come forward now, warning that time is running out to secure redress for years of suffering.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ Broadcast on 02/07/2026 Stream Good Morning Britain live, every weekday from 6am on the ITVX 📲 http://daytimelink.itv.com/WatchGMBYT Subscribe now for more! http://bit.ly/1NbomQa Like, follow and subscribe to Good Morning Britain! The Good Morning Britain YouTube channel delivers you the news that you’re waking up to in the morning. From exclusive interviews with some of the biggest names in politics and showbiz to heartwarming human interest stories and unmissable watch again moments. Join Susanna Reid, Ed Balls, Kate Garraway, Richard Madeley, Charlotte Hawkins and Sean Fletcher every weekday on ITV from 6am until 9 every weekday! ITVX: http://daytimelink.itv.com/WatchGMBYT Website: http://bit.ly/1GsZuha YouTube: http://bit.ly/1Ecy0g1 Facebook: http://on.fb.me/1HEDRMb Twitter: http://bit.ly/1xdLqU3 http://www.itv.com #GMB