Review of MoD’s diversity policies ordered by ‘furious’ Grant Shapps

Defence secretary rejects idea of lowering security clearances for overseas recruits to boost inclusivity as woke nonsense'

A review of diversity and inclusion policies at the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has been ordered to ensure that Britain's ability to defend its borders isn't impaired by what a cabinet minister described as political correctness".

The movefollows reports that the army wants to relax security checks for overseas recruits to increase black, Asian and minority ethnic representation.