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Soldiers report rats, ants and mould at Army Training Camp Pirbright - BBC News

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A brick wall featuring a large green sign that reads "Army Training Centre Pirbright. Home of the British Soldier" in white. Above these words is a red coat of arms in the shape of a shield depicting a lion on top of a crown, with two crossing swords behind the shield. On the wall around the sign are military regiment badges. To the left of the wall is a green military helicopter on the ground, with two men standing in front of it and a building behind.

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Soldiers report rats, ants and mould at Army Training Camp Pirbright

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Freedom of information data reveals that soldiers at the Army Training Centre Pirbright have raised numerous complaints regarding unacceptable living conditions, including infestations of rats, ants, bugs, and issues with mould and dampness. The Ministry of Defence acknowledged that the conditions are unacceptable and highlighted ongoing and planned investments to upgrade service accommodation.

Key points

  • Soldiers at the Army Training Centre Pirbright reported living in housing infested with rats, ants, and mould.
  • Freedom of information data showed 16 pest-related complaints and six mould-related complaints filed in 2026 alone.
  • Complaints detailed rodents in kitchens, a colony of ants, a swarm of flies, and a badger burrowing under a café.
  • The Ministry of Defence stated that the conditions are unacceptable and pointed to a £9.2bn investment over the next decade to upgrade service accommodation.
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