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Army Junior Soldiers Face Extended Training Due to Error

10/2/2025

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Around 210 junior soldiers at the Army Foundation College, Harrogate, were placed on incorrect training courses.
The error could double training from 20 to 40 weeks for some recruits.
Lieutenant Colonel Jules Russell informed parents that completion remains assured.
Ministry of Defence (MoD) will reorganize affected junior soldiers into new platoons starting October 4 after reporting 105% September recruitment intake.

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Story summary

Around 210 junior soldiers at the Army Foundation College, Harrogate, were placed on incorrect training courses.
The error could double training from 20 to 40 weeks for some recruits.
Lieutenant Colonel Jules Russell informed parents that completion remains assured.
Ministry of Defence (MoD) will reorganize affected junior soldiers into new platoons starting October 4 after reporting 105% September recruitment intake.