HMS Prince of Wales

Portsmouth, United Kingdom

The HMS Prince of Wales is a Royal Navy aircraft carrier, involved in operations with F-35B jets.

CCI Score

-3.99

June 19

Latest Event

HMS Prince of Wales Faces Operational and Political Challenges

Amid debates over UK defence spending and political interventions by figures such as Donald Trump and Keir Starmer, HMS Prince of Wales experienced operational disruption following a tugboat strike. Concerns over high construction and maintenance costs, as highlighted in a defence committee report, underscore the challenges at the nexus of political influence and labor relations.

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HMS Prince of Wales is currently rated as a Bystander.

-1 to -4 CCI Score

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Latest Events

MAR

03

2025

HMS Prince of Wales Faces Operational and Political Challenges
12.35

Amid debates over UK defence spending and political interventions by figures such as Donald Trump and Keir Starmer, HMS Prince of Wales experienced operational disruption following a tugboat strike. Concerns over high construction and maintenance costs, as highlighted in a defence committee report, underscore the challenges at the nexus of political influence and labor relations.
-10

Public and Political Behavior

June 19

The article details political interventions—most notably, remarks by Donald Trump urging increased military support—as well as accelerated defence spending plans by Keir Starmer. Such political meddling raises concerns about authoritarian influences in national defence priorities, negatively impacting the public and political behavior category.

UK defence spending is about to boom – can British firms keep up?
+40

Labor Relations and Human Rights Practices

June 19

The tugboat strike that forced HMS Prince of Wales to sail earlier than planned underscores active labor actions supporting workers' rights. Such labor mobilization is viewed favorably from an anti-fascist perspective, highlighting the push for fair treatment in the face of operational pressures.

UK defence spending is about to boom – can British firms keep up?
MAR

22

2023

Alleged Political Rushing and Cost Overruns at HMS Prince of Wales
-20.33

An investigation and emerging controversy surround HMS Prince of Wales as repair cost estimates surged from an initial £3 million to around £20 million. Allegations suggest that delivery may have been rushed for political purposes, compromising safety and accountability. The investigation aims to uncover if issues with the shafts were known beforehand and ignored in favor of political expedience.
-30

Public and Political Behavior

June 19

The article alleges that the carrier’s delivery may have been rushed to suit political purposes, indicating potential political interference and a compromise of transparency and safety. This undermines public trust and reflects negative public and political behavior.

Cost Estimates for Repairs to HMS Prince of Wales Skyrocket
-20

Business Practices and Ethical Responsibility

June 19

The significant cost overruns and repair delays highlight poor management and potential ethical lapses in business practices. Allegations of ignoring known issues for expediency further point to deficient ethical responsibility.

Cost Estimates for Repairs to HMS Prince of Wales Skyrocket