Quick Info
| Profession | Former Royal Navy officer |
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| Nationality | British |
| Date of Birth | 07/11/1965 |
| Age | 60 years |
| Former Rank | Admiral Sir |
Latest News about Ben Key
03/07/2025
Reports stated that Ben Key lost his admiral rank while keeping his pension after the Ministry of Defence completed its review of his conduct. The action followed the wider disciplinary process that removed him from his top Royal Navy post earlier in 2025.
02/07/2025
The UK Ministry of Defence terminated Ben Key's service and commission after an investigation into allegations of inappropriate behaviour found that he had fallen far short of the standards expected of service personnel. This followed his suspension from his role as First Sea Lord in May 2025 and ended his Royal Navy career.
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Bio/Wiki
| Full Name | Sir Benjamin John Key |
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| Known For | Serving as First Sea Lord from 2021 to 2025 |
| Title | Admiral Sir |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Bromsgrove School |
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| University | Royal Holloway, University of London |
| Degree | Physics |
Personal Life
| Residence | Dorset |
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| Marital Status | Married |
| Children | 3 |
Relationships & More
| Spouse | Elly |
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Family
| Children | 3 |
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Career
| Royal Navy Entry | Joined in 1984 as a University Cadet |
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Social Media
| https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-key-638935425 |
Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. He served as an advisor to the Iraqi Director Joint Staff in Baghdad. | |
| 2. He was appointed CBE in 2016 and KCB in 2021. | |
| 3. He was First Sea Lord from November 2021 to May 2025. |