Behind the polished facade of Britain's defence industry lies a web of corruption, bribery, and backroom deals that have lined the pockets of Saudi officials while UK firms profited handsomely. This explosive investigation reveals the truth behind the scandal.
The Whistleblower's Account
Ian Foxley, a former British Army officer turned whistleblower, has spent years exposing systematic bribery in UK-Saudi arms deals. His evidence paints a damning picture of how British companies allegedly paid millions in bribes to secure lucrative contracts.
How the Scheme Worked
- Defence firms created 'marketing agreements' with Saudi middlemen
- These middlemen funneled payments to Saudi officials
- Contracts were awarded based on bribes rather than merit
- The UK government turned a blind eye to these practices
Government Complicity
Despite clear evidence of corruption, successive UK governments have failed to take meaningful action. The Serious Fraud Office launched investigations only to see them mysteriously dropped, raising questions about political interference.
The Human Cost
While executives and officials grew rich, these deals armed a regime with a notorious human rights record. British-made weapons have been linked to civilian casualties in Yemen's brutal conflict.
A Culture of Impunity
The investigation reveals how:
- Bribery became institutionalised in UK-Saudi defence deals
- Whistleblowers faced intimidation and career ruin
- Regulators lacked the teeth to enforce anti-bribery laws
The question remains: How much longer will Britain tolerate this corruption in its defence industry?
