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We share our witnesses’ concern that, considering recent experience in Ukraine and elsewhere, UK armoured...
Recommendation
We share our witnesses’ concern that, considering recent experience in Ukraine and elsewhere, UK armoured forces may find themselves at a serious disadvantage in terms of artillery capability and air defence when facing a peer adversary. The Ministry of Defence must urgently pursue options to address shortfalls in artillery, air defence and anti-drone capabilities.
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Government Response
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Source
Committee
Defence Committee
Report
Fifth report: Obsolescent and outgunned: the British Army’s armoured vehicle capability
14 Mar 2021
HC 659
Addressee Bodies
Ministry of Defence
Timeline
Recommendation age
5.5 yrs
Report published
14 Mar 2021