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Tests of £6 bn army vehicle restart despite gas fears revealed by Mail
- Defence Ministry restarts Ajax vehicle trials with enhanced safety controls and staged progression.
- Minister cites multiple factors behind symptoms, not a single cause.
- Troop health concerns include air quality, CO/CO2 exposure, and cold exposure during tests.
- Phase two delivery includes improved air filtration and power systems.
- 23 vehicles on hold awaiting reintroduction to regiments.
- Ajax is central to the Army’s future armour brigades.
- GD UK welcomed the resumption and reaffirmed confidence.
- OTC report sparked Whitehall action and safety reviews.
- Troops affected by illnesses during Exercise Titan Storm share concerns.
- Labour defence team emphasized safety as the priority.
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