Just in time for the 15th anniversary of MI5's decision to allow gay people into its ranks, the British intelligence agency has been named as one of the top 10 gay-friendly employers in the UK. The British Army, Navy and the Royal Air Force were also included in Stonewall's annual equality index.
“It represents incredibly significant progress in a very short time,” said Stonewall spokesman Richard Lane. “I wouldn't say I am entirely surprised by it though, because the Armed Forces have been working very hard to change the culture of their organisations. They have realised the importance of recruiting the best people for the job, regardless of their sexual orientation.”
