The British Army has been ordered to halt non-essential training exercises, including those involving Challenger 2 tanks and Apache helicopters, in a cost-cutting move aimed at saving £30 million. Around 600 troops have reportedly been stood down amid growing pressure on the Pri…
British Army suspends non-essential training exercises to save £30 million
The British Army has been ordered to halt non-essential training exercises, including those involving Challenger 2 tanks and Apache helicopters, in a cost-cutting move aimed at saving £30 million. Around 600 troops have reportedly been stood down amid growing pressure on the Prime Minister to increase defence spending.
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