We’ve never been able to unite and discuss what we went through, ever.

We've nothing to be ashamed of anymore.

You can be charged for not saluting, or charged for not shooting.

Someone, somewhere felt that if you were of a gay persuasion you would be open to blackmail.

You were aware that you were policing it, that it was against the law.

If you’re wearing a uniform, it’s to defend everyones rights.

I should have had support to help me get back to life on civvy street, but suddenly I wasn't entitled to any of it.

I felt that I'd lied

I kept a side of my life hidden away

It took a long time but the changes have been amazing

I think 1 Squadron, you know, we all got on, but I was never a friend of anyone. I was a Squadron Commander.

Seeing each one in turn was one of the most gruelling things I've ever done.