BAHA-57
Response
Accepted
Self-assessed
Remove Shock of Capture Language
Recommendation
Training soldiers to maintain or prolong the shock of capture is apt to be misunderstood and should not feature in general training. Phrases such as 'calm, neutral and professional' and 'firm, fair and efficient' can properly be used as shorthand for those involved in CPErS handling.
Published Evidence Summary
The following publicly available evidence relates to this recommendation:
The Ministry of Defence stated in September 2011 that references to 'shock of capture' were removed from general training materials, with phrases like 'calm, neutral and professional' used instead for detainee handling. The recommendation was recorded as completed by September 2012 based on the MoD's response. No specific updated training materials or further published evidence has been identified since 2012.
How was this assessed?
Assessed by gemini-2.5-flash on 18 Mar 2026
Checked data held on this site (government responses, progress updates, independent evidence)
External sources searched: www.gov.uk, www.legislation.gov.uk, hansard.parliament.uk
This recommendation asks for cultural or behavioural change, which is difficult to verify objectively. The assessment is based on policy commitments, not measured outcomes.
Jurisdiction
UK-wide
Response
Accepted
Response
Accepted
Accepted
Ministry of Defence
08 Sep 2011
Accepted. References to 'shock of capture' have been removed from general training materials.
Source
Inquiry
Baha Mousa Inquiry
Report
The Report of the Baha Mousa Inquiry - Volume III
08 Sep 2011
Responsible Bodies
Ministry of Defence
Primary
Themes & Tags
Recommendation age
14.5 yrs
Last formal update
4945 days ago