US EditionFormer head of Royal Navy sacked
- Admiral Sir Ben Key held the position of First Sea Lord beginning in 2021 and remained in the role until he was replaced by General Sir Gwyn Jenkins in May of this year.
- His departure came after a comprehensive investigation determined that his behavior did not align with the ethical principles and professional expectations required for his position.
- Admiral Sir Ben entered the Royal Navy in 1984 through a university cadet program, trained as a helicopter aircrew member and a principal warfare officer, and gained experience serving on various frigates and destroyers worldwide.
- He expressed regret for any personal harm caused and extended his apologies to all members of the Royal Navy, while fully acknowledging the Defence Council’s ruling.
- The head of the UK Armed Forces emphasized that all reports of misconduct are thoroughly examined and decisive measures are taken against individuals who do not meet expected behavioural standards, no matter their rank.
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He had resigned from his position in May, when the case became public.
Married head of Royal Navy Sir Ben Key fired after affair with junior officer - The Mirror
Former First Sea Lord and Admiral Sir Ben Key has been stripped of his rank after his affair with a female officer under his command was exposed by the woman's husband to officials
·London, United Kingdom
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Former Royal Navy chief Sir Ben Key's behaviour 'fell far short of standards expected' as MoD terminates his service
An investigation into former head of the Royal Navy Sir Ben Key found his behaviour fell “far short of the values and standards expected”, the Ministry of Defence said.
·London, United Kingdom
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