The former head of the Royal Navy has terminated his service after examining his behavior, the Ministry of Defense said.
A statement stated that in the behavior of Admiral Sir Ben’s behavior, “the values ​​and standards expected from service personnel have fallen very little.”
In response, the ADM said: “I deepen my conduct in the last year’s spring, which fell below the standard prescribed for me and which I had determined to the Royal Navy.”
He said that he fully accepted the decision and “I am very sorry for those who have personally hurt”.
At the end of his statement, ADM’s said he was “very grateful” for the support of his wife, family and friends, which he had described as “very difficult times”.
The ADM key was due to retiring from this heat to its position, after serving as the head of the Royal Navy since 2021.
He was removed from his duties in May due to an investigation into allegations of misconduct.
Report in the sun At that time it was suggested that the ADM key was having a relationship with a more junior female colleague.
Such relationships are seen as a possible misuse of power and are seen in contrast to the Military Services Code of Conduct.
The head of the defense staff, Adam Sir Tony Radkin said: “We expect the highest standards of behavior from our service personnel and our civil servants.
“We investigate all allegations of inappropriate behavior and will take strong action against someone to be less than our standards, regardless of their seniority.”
The ADM key joined the Navy in 1984 as a university cadet, where she later qualified as a helicopter aircraft and a leading war officer. As a junior officer, he saw service worldwide in various types of frigates and destroyers.
He was made the commander of the British Empire (CBE) in 2016 and the commander of the Night Commander of the Order of the Bath (KCB) in the 2021 New Year Honors List.
He was appointed at First C Lord in November 2021 and was successful by Royal Marine General Sir Gin Jenkins.
