Army resumes Ajax armoured vehicle trials after pause over soldier illness

10 articles · Updated · BBC.com · Apr 28

Trials restart with strict new controls after about 30 soldiers reported illness linked to noise and vibration last November. All affected personnel have returned to duty, most with only temporary symptoms.
Defence minister Luke Pollard confirmed phased testing will begin with a small number of vehicles under controlled conditions, following an investigation identifying multiple contributing factors to the illnesses.
General Dynamics, which manufactures Ajax in Merthyr Tydfil, welcomed the decision and pledged ongoing improvements based on soldier feedback. The Army aims to rebuild confidence and ensure the vehicle meets operational needs.

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