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UK Armed Forces See 19% Recruit Surge Amid Reforms

7/10/2025

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The UK government is making strides in bolstering its armed forces, boasting a 19% rise in new recruits and a 7% drop in departures since reforms kicked off in July 2024. However, worries linger over the mental toll of contemporary warfare on soldiers. In a significant shift, Serco has taken over from Capita as the primary recruitment contractor.

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The UK government is making strides in bolstering its armed forces, boasting a 19% rise in new recruits and a 7% drop in departures since reforms kicked off in July 2024. However, worries linger over the mental toll of contemporary warfare on soldiers. In a significant shift, Serco has taken over from Capita as the primary recruitment contractor.