The Armed Forces and Reserve Forces (Compensation Scheme) Order 2005 makes provision of compensation for all members and former members of the regular armed forces or reserve forces should they be injured, become ill or die as a result of service. Awards are tariff based depending upon the nature and severity of the injury. There is no standard provision for particular types of injury or theatre of operation.
The following table reflects the current Armed Forces and Reserve Forces (Compensation Scheme) Order 2005 tariff covering injury to the genitalia.
Tariff Descriptor Compensation award (£) Either 14 Traumatic injury to genitalia requiring treatment resulting in moderate permanent damage 2,888 Or 12 Traumatic injury to genitalia requiring treatment resulting in severe permanent damage or loss 9,075
In addition, where appropriate, the following tariff may be awarded:
Tariff Descriptor Compensation award 8 Infertility—this level will also attract a guaranteed income payment (GIP) which is a tax-free index linked payment that is paid monthly for life after leaving the armed forces. The GIP is determined by the individual's salary at time of discharge from service, multiplied by a relevant factor. Lump sum £48,875 + GIP
These provisions are included within the review of the AFCS, being led by Lord Boyce.