HC Deb 06 June 1962 vol 661 c454
26. Mr. K. Lewis

asked the Secretary of State for Air if he will make a statement on the contribution made by the air cadet force to the Royal Air Force during the past year.

Mr. Amery

The Air Training Corps and Royal Air Force sections of the Combined Cadet Force continue to provide a high proportion of recruits of good quality to the Royal Air Force.

During the year ended 31st March, 1962, they provided over 40 per cent. of our officer cadets, about 40 per cent. of our boy entrants and apprentices and 10 per cent. of our ground airmen.

Mr. Lewis

Is the Minister aware that I am very glad to have this encouraging report? Will he ensure that there are the fullest possible facilities for these cadets to visit R.A.F. stations in the country?

Mr. Amery

Yes, Sir. Co-operation with the Royal Air Force is close and cordial, especially at the annual camps on R.A.F. stations, which were attended last year by over 22,000 cadets.