Petitions/Reform Army applications: replace online portal with in-person applications
StatusOngoing
Opened8 Jul 2026
Closes
Government response
Parliamentary debateNot eligible
Milestones

We want the Government to replace the current online application process for the Army, which we think lacks the personal interaction needed to properly assess candidates and build confidence in their decision to serve.

Replace it with in-person contact with staff which we believe would help applicants better understand Army life, values, and expectations. I believe that joining the Army is a significant commitment that requires dedication and trust. During my application I found that I wanted a more direct relationship with my recruiter. For those who have a strong personal desire to serve their country, the recruitment process should reflect the importance of that commitment by providing meaningful human interaction. We think this reform would strengthen recruitment and reinforce the values of service and commitment that underpin the British Army.

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Constituency engagement ranking

Katie Lam
1Katie Lam MP
Weald of Kent
5
Sojan Joseph
2Sojan Joseph MP
Ashford
3
Tony Vaughan
3Tony Vaughan MP
Folkestone and Hythe
3
Graham Stuart
4Graham Stuart MP
Beverley and Holderness
1
Dr Kieran Mullan
5Dr Kieran Mullan MP
Bexhill and Battle
1
Al Carns
6Al Carns MP
Birmingham Selly Oak
1
Barry Gardiner
7Barry Gardiner MP
Brent West
1
Alex Burghart
8Alex Burghart MP
Brentwood and Ongar
1
Ben Coleman
9Ben Coleman MP
Chelsea and Fulham
1
Sir Lindsay Hoyle
10Sir Lindsay Hoyle MP
Chorley
1