Challenges in Army Recruitment

This chapter explores the implications of the new Defence Integrated Review, highlighting significant cuts to army personnel alongside ongoing recruitment difficulties exacerbated by an ineffective contract with Capita. It presents a personal account of an individual's frustrating experience navigating the lengthy recruitment process, contrasted against advertised timelines. The discussion critiques the inefficiencies of outsourcing recruitment processes, stressing the impact on both potential recruits and the operational capabilities of the military.