The Army
4.48
The Army delivers a modern, capable and sophisticated force able to fight independently or alongside our allies, train international partners and contribute to the UK’s
resilience. As part of Joint Force 2025, we will have:
A war-fighting division optimised for high intensity combat operations. The division will draw on two armoured infantry brigades and two new Strike Brigades to deliver a
deployed division of three brigades. We will establish these two Strike Brigades to be able to deploy rapidly over long distances using the new Ajax armoured vehicles and
new mechanised infantry vehicles. They will double the number of brigades ready for operations. With these, and 16 Air Assault Brigade’s very high readiness forces, we
will improve our ability to respond to all likely threats.
Upgraded Apache attack and RAF Chinook support helicopters, and Warrior armoured fighting vehicles. We will extend the life of our Challenger 2 main battle
tanks.
Two innovative brigades comprising a mix of Regulars and specialist capabilities from the Reserves able to contribute to our strategic communications, tackle hybrid
warfare and deliver better battlefield intelligence.
•
A number of infantry battalions reconfigured to provide an increased contributions to countering terrorism and building stability overseas. They will conduct defence engagement and capacity building, providing training, assistance, advice andmentoring to our partners.