Scouting

that they have little or no chance of promotion without Proficiency, and that their time in the C.C.F. alone entitles them to none of the benefits when they enter the R.A.F. for National Service.

There were three visits to R.A.F. Stations : one to Linton-on-Ouse and two to Rufforth. There was much less flying, however, than had been expected. Three Cadets started gliding this term at No. 23 Gliding School at Rufforth. After preliminary flights by both the Contingent Commander and the Section Commander, the Cadets started their course in the "Dual".

A distinct improvement in the uniform of the Section has been made by the provision of blue shirts.

We look forward to great things from the Band in the near future. All the drums have been overhauled and painted—no small task. Some members of the Band, under the Drum Major, were selected to play a Fanfare at the Unveiling Ceremony on 23rd November

The absence of a Regular Instructor for the 25-pdr. Gun Crew this term has meant rather a dull time for the crew, but they have made themselves very useful in other directions. We are glad to learn that arrangements are being made for an R.A. Instructor to visit us next term.

The O.C. again attended the London C.C.F. Conference, representing the Schools of the West Riding. It is understood that there may be changes in the Certificate "A" examination in the near future, but that these will not effect the present training platoon, who take their examination next term.

SENIOR SCHOOL PATROLS

This term the Senior School Section has expanded. There are now 19 Scouts in three patrols and one patrol of 6 Senior Scouts. The Senior Scout Section was started this term and by this time next year we hope to have at least two Senior Patrols in being. Senior Scouting enables the keen boy to continue Scouting throughout his school life and is of especial value because he has to arrange many of his own activities.

J. E. H. Quickfall and E. Davey went on their First Class Journey in late October, an unusual departure here, because many of the boys regard hiking and camping as activities for the summer only. These Scouts are to be congratulated on the award of the First Class Badge, as is M. J. Baddeley on the award of his Scout Cord. 45