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Independence | Impartiality | Integrity

Welcome to the Service Complaints Ombudsman for the Armed Forces

The Ombudsman provides independent and impartial oversight of the Service Complaints system for members of the UK Armed Forces

Mariette Hughes

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The Service Complaints Ombudsman for the Armed Forces' office will be closed on Thursday 16 October 2025 for a training event.

 
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