Rainbow flags flew from the Royal Navy’s Faslane and Coulport bases to mark Pride Week.
The flags were flown from the mainmasts at both bases from 8am until sunset all week, with military and civilian personnel gathered at both sites to witness the events, with representatives from diversity and inclusion organisations including the HMNB Clyde Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Pride in Babcock and the Royal Navy Compass Network.
The Royal Navy Compass Network is the sexual orientation and gender identity network of the Naval Service and it aims to provide a service in which people feel comfortable to be themselves and express their sexual orientation and gender identity in the service.
Kerry Brabender, chair of the D&I committee said: “I’m delighted that we are able to fly the Rainbow Flag at both sites again this year.
“It’s important that the Clyde Community come together to celebrate Pride, to show support to the LGBTQ+ community and champion the inclusion of all staff ensuring that we create a workplace where all staff feel supported to bring their true selves to work.”
Babcock’s Fleet Operations Director at the Naval Base and Board Sponsor for Diversity and Inclusion, Hamish Fowler, added: “I’m delighted to be present as the Pride Flag is hoisted above Faslane.
“Supporting diversity in the workplace is a priority for Babcock.
“Having the opportunity to join the flag raising today, as a member of the HMNB Clyde Community, is a great way for us to reaffirm our goal to become a more diverse company.”
