Commander Force Development and Capability explained

The Commander Force Development and Capability was a senior (3 star) British Army officer with responsibility for training the Army, and developing its capability, sustainability and doctrine.^[1] The post of Commander Force Development and Training was first established in December 2009.^[1] Following a further organisational review, the appointment became Commander Force Development and Capability on 1 April 2014, losing responsibility for recruiting and initial training. This post no longer exists as of 2015.^{[2] [3]}

Commanders

Commanders have included:

• 2009-2010 Lieutenant-General Bill Rollo^[1]
• 2010-2012 Lieutenant-General Paul Newton^[4]
• 2012-2014 Lieutenant-General Jonathan Page^[5]
• 2014-2015 Lieutenant-General Mark Poffley^[6]

Notes and References

1. http://www.mod.uk/DefenceInternet/DefenceNews/DefencePolicyAndBusiness/ArmyConductsTopLevelOrganisationalReview.htm Army conducts top level organisational review
2. Web site: Land Forces senior, as of April 2015. 4 March 2016.
3. Web site: Land Forces senior, as of September 2015. 4 March 2016.
4. https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/defence/8550768/General-warns-Forces-on-lazy-thinking.html General warns Forces on 'lazy thinking'
5. http://www.gulabin.com/armynavy/pdf/Army%20Commands%201900-2011.pdf Army Commands
6. Web site: Ups and outs July 2013. Defence Viewpoints. 14 July 2013.