A new factory in Wales seen as crucial to boosting UK munitions production remains unopened more than six months after its planned launch, adding to a string of delays dogging the armed forces. The explosives facility at Glascoed, south Wales, was expected to bring a 16-fold increase in Britain’s capacity to make artillery shells, replenishing dwindling stock and increasing supplies for Ukraine. Production was due to start last summer but has yet to begin, the Guardian understands. Approached for comment, BAE Systems confirmed the delay, saying it was caused by a decision made mid-construction, in 2025, to double the amount
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