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Story summary
- RMT union members staged a 24-hour strike on 12 May 2026, saying low pay leaves some sailors below minimum wage.
- Personnel outflow dropped to under 10 % at the start of 2026, from about 15 % in early 2025.
- Commodore Sam Shattock announced the Royal Fleet Auxiliary runs six ships and will add a seventh in 2026.
- All active ships now provide personal Wi-Fi for crew members.
- The RFA is recruiting cadets and apprentices.
