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Jonathan Carley, a 65-year-old man from Harlech in Gwynedd, was fined £500 after admitting to impersonating a senior Royal Navy officer during a Remembrance Sunday ceremony. He appeared at Llandudno Magistrates’ Court where he pleaded guilty to the offence of wearing a military uniform without permission. Alongside the fine, Carley was also ordered to pay £85 in costs and a £200 surcharge.
The incident took place in November at a parade in Llandudno, where Carley was seen dressed in the uniform of a Rear Admiral, a two-star rank among the highest in the Royal Navy. His attire included epaulettes, sleeve lace, and numerous medals, such as the Distinguished Service Order. During the event, Carley marched in formation to the war memorial, saluted, and then marched away, actions which drew attention from those present.
Serving and former military personnel expressed concern over the impersonation. Llandudno Town Council, the organizers of the Remembrance event, confirmed that no one of such a senior naval rank had been expected to attend the service. Following these concerns, Carley was subsequently arrested at his home in north Wales.
The charge against Carley related to the improper wearing of a uniform representing His Majesty’s Forces without authorization. This offence falls under the Uniforms Act of 1894, which prohibits individuals not serving in the armed forces from wearing uniform or dress bearing the distinctive marks of military regiments, including the Royal Navy
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