MoD faces fresh claims of ‘toxic’ culture as 100 cases investigated

Exclusive: Allegations of ‘bullying, harassment, discrimination and victimisation’ being examined, official figures show

The Ministry of Defence is facing fresh claims of harbouring a toxic culture as figures reveal that nearly 100 allegations by civil servants of bullying and harassment are being investigated. Eleven claims were made in the first month of 2024 alone.

According to official government figures, 99 open cases of “bullying, harassment, discrimination and victimisation” are currently being examined by ministry officials led by the defence secretary, Grant Shapps.