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The British army’s new fleet of Ajax armoured vehicles was meant to be their new jewel in the crown: high tech machines for an army of the future. But after nearly a decade, and more than five billion pounds spent, the vehicles have been withdrawn after accusations they have caused life changing injuries to crews. Today, we hear from the ex-soldier who was once the head of testing these vehicles, speaking about his experience for the first time.


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Guests: 

Host: Manveen Rana.

Producer: Harry Stott.

Read more: Army could have avoided Ajax vehicle injuries, says whistleblower

Photo: Joshua Bratt for The Times

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