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What roles can women do?
Women in the Army Reserves can serve in almost all roles, from combat to support positions. The UK military has gradually opened up more roles to women over recent decades, reflecting a broader shift towards gender equality in armed forces globally. This means the call-up age change for men doesn't affect the wide range of opportunities available to women.
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