Three disgraced former submarine captains stripped of their OBEs by King over sex & bullying scandals
ORDER OF DAS BOOT Three disgraced former submarine captains stripped of their OBEs by King over sex & bullying scandals
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THREE disgraced former submarine captains have been stripped of their OBEs by the King.
Top brass urged ministers to withdraw the prestigious gongs from the trio over sex and bullying scandals.
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One had made an X-rated film on HMS Victorious and a second, nominated for an OBE during his misconduct probe, licked a female officer's ear, blew on her neck and punched her on HMS Vigilant.
Both vessels carry nuclear missiles.
The third was found guilty of bullying on nuclear-powered attack sub HMS Trenchant.
All three were commanders — James Bond's rank — and led crews of more than 130.
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The Navy asked the Cabinet Office Forfeiture Committee to strip the men of their awards and King Charles gave final approval.
It comes after former First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Ben Key had vowed to stamp out intolerable behaviour in the service.
But he was suspended last month over an alleged affair with a subordinate and could lose his knighthood or CBE.
A Defence source said: 'It used to be understood that you'd lose your honour if you went to jail, but this is different.
"These guys are guilty of serious misconduct, but they aren't convicted criminals.
"It feels like the forfeiture bar has been lowered.'
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A Navy spokesman said: 'Any allegations of unacceptable behaviour are thoroughly investigated, and those found guilty will face serious consequences.'
Only eight other Armed Forces' members have forfeited honours this century, all after criminal convictions.
They include at least five paedophiles.
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First Sea Lord Admiral Sir Ben Key, who was suspended last month over an alleged affair with a subordinate
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