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A member of the UK armed forces has died in Ukraine while watching the testing of a new defensive capability, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has announced. "He was injured in a tragic accident whilst observing Ukrainian forces test a new defensive capability, away from the front lines," it said in a statement on Tuesday.   Hilary Meredith-Beckham said:   “Our hearts go out to the family, friends, and those who served alongside the UK soldier who has died in Ukraine.   “It esse

A BBC investigation has revealed that more than 250 people were subjected to Electric Shock Aversion Therapy (ESAT) in NHS hospitals between 1965 and 1973, while the true figure may be closer to 1,000. LGBT Survivors have described ESAT as cruel and traumatic, involving painful electric shocks intended to change sexuality or gender identity, often imposed on teenagers who say they did not give informed consent and were warned not to tell their families. Many were referred by

After a 9-year David versus Goliath style legal action, Hilary Meredith Solicitors last night won Outstanding Case of the Year at the Personal Injury Awards 2025. The award recognised the firm’s groundbreaking success on behalf of hundreds of UK armed forces personnel and veterans impacted by the anti-malarial drug Lariam. Soon after Lariam was introduced to international markets in the late 1980s, users began reporting severe side effects. Over the following decades, as conc

The British Army has temporarily paused use of its Ajax armoured fighting vehicles following fresh reports that soldiers became unwell while operating the platform during training and trials. The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has confirmed that personnel raised concerns about noise and vibration exposure, with some attending medical facilities for assessment.   Ajax is a 40-tonne tracked vehicle built by General Dynamics for reconnaissance, troop transport and command roles. The

Ministers have published the findings of a first-of-its-kind survey, carried out earlier this year, to better understand service personnel’s experiences of and attitudes towards sexual harassment in the military. If you or someone you know has experienced sexual harassment or inappropriate treatment while serving in the Armed Forces – whether recently or many years ago – our experienced solicitors can provide free, confidential advice. Please contact us today in complete con

Hundreds of women who served in the British Army have come forward with accounts of sexual abuse during recruitment medical examinations spanning from the 1970s to 2016. Wiltshire Police are currently conducting a nationwide investigation into these allegations. The Ministry of Defence has confirmed it is cooperating fully with the inquiry, which concerns medical assessments carried out by doctors contracted to the Army over several decades. What began as isolated reports to

On Sunday 9 November, the National Service of Remembrance will be held at the Cenotaph on Whitehall, London. Starting at 11am, the service will commemorate the contribution of British and Commonwealth military and civilian servicemen and women involved in the two world wars and later conflicts.   The Department for Culture, Media & Sport (DCMS) co­ordinates the event, alongside colleagues from across government, the Armed Forces and veterans’ organisations.   Attending in per

Newly released papers reveal that defence chiefs were projected to overspend their budget by more than £2 billion unless they made drastic cuts to the armed forces. A leaked document showing projected spending for the 2025–26 financial year indicated that the Ministry of Defence was forecast to spend £1.6 billion more on day-to-day costs and £1 billion more on capital investments than the amount allocated by Chancellor Rachel Reeves.   According to The Daily Telegraph , which

Hilary Meredith Solicitors is committed to making the Armed Forces Compensation Scheme (AFCS) better and fairer for applicants.  Please share your experience of the AFCS by completing our survey. We will use all the findings as part of a national campaign to improve the lives of service personnel, veterans and their families.    Please click on the link below to open our survey. It will take less than 5 minutes to complete. https://s.surveyplanet.com/68d657af17a02284bf09152a

Hilary Meredith Solicitors has been shortlisted in two national categories at the Personal Injury Awards 2025. The firm has been...

Hilary Meredith-Beckham was a guest speaker at the UK's first dedicated military history festival this weekend. The Hereford Military...

Hilary Meredith-Beckham and her husband Ted attended the premiere of The Arctic Adventure , featuring the firm’s Ambassador Brian Wood...

Hilary Meredith-Beckham has slammed the army for not taking action in the tragic case of Jaysley Beck. Jaysley took her own life after...

The Public Office (Accountability) Bill 2025, better known as ‘Hillsborough Law’, will bring the largest expansion in legal aid for a...

Hilary Meredith-Beckham has backed new legislation being brought forward today to implement the long-awaited Hillsborough Law. Crucially,...

We owe a huge debt to those who fought for the freedoms we enjoy today. Over the last 37 years acting for members of our armed forces all...

After a 9-year legal battle, UK armed forces service personnel who suffered physical and psychological side-effects after being...

Hilary Meredith Solicitors has been announced as a Gold Champion of the Invictus Games Birmingham 2027. The Invictus Games Birmingham...

Veterans OK – www.veteransok.co.uk  - the new legal advice platform for service personnel, veterans and their families - has announced an...

Around 200 service personnel and veterans suffering from cancer after exposure to toxic fumes are taking legal action against the...