UK finally clears troubled Ajax infantry fighting vehicle to enter service in 2025, 8 years late

UK finally clears troubled Ajax infantry fighting vehicle to enter service in 2025, 8 years late
UK finally clears troubled Ajax infantry fighting vehicle to enter service in 2025, 8 years late

The decision brings to a close months of uncertainty that saw officials refuse to commit to any timeframe for the troubled British Army platform to be fielded.

UK financial watchdog says military can’t afford its acquisition wish list

UK financial watchdog says military can’t afford its acquisition wish list
UK financial watchdog says military can’t afford its acquisition wish list

“While the Plan continues to serve a useful purpose in reporting to Parliament on planned expenditure, the volatile external environment means this year’s Plan is already out of date,” said the NAO.

UK drops funding of future Type 32 Frigate and Multirole Support Ships, for now

UK drops funding of future Type 32 Frigate and Multirole Support Ships, for now
UK drops funding of future Type 32 Frigate and Multirole Support Ships, for now

“In July 2022 Navy Command withdrew its plans for Type 32 frigates and MRSS because of concerns about unaffordability,” said the UK’s National Audit Office. “The revised
costing profile is likely to be significantly higher.”