MoD to be censured over Brecon Beacons soldiers' deaths
Lance Corporals Edward Maher and Craig Roberts, and Corporal James Dunsby died after collapsing during a march on one of the hottest days of 2013.
Lance Corporals Edward Maher and Craig Roberts, and Corporal James Dunsby died after collapsing during a march on one of the hottest days of 2013.
A coroner has ruled that there were gross failings by the Ministry of Defence and that the death of the three soldiers were contributed by neglect.
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The coroner finished her conclusion at the inquest with a tribute to the three soldiers. She described them as 'exceptionally talented, exceptionally fit' and added that 'all three are still sorely missed.'
SAS selection tests are to be changed to protect recruits from dangers such as extreme temperatures, it has been reported.
Families of the Army reservists who died after an SAS march "are never going to get the full picture", an ex-soldier has told ITV News.
The family of army reservist Edward Maher have said that it is unacceptable that their son paid for his training 'with his life.'