A Royal Marine Cadet from Bedford has achieved top marks on his Cadet Sgt Board. He has also been appointed as the Sea Cadet Core’s (SCC) representative as the Bedfordshire Lord Lieutenant’s Cadet, assisting the Lord Lieutenant with ceremonial duties next year.
The 17-year-old’s achievement is part of a national programme of qualifications and awards that Sea Cadets offers to the 14,000 young people across the UK to give them the best head start in life.
Cadet Sgt Akiel Noyes, who attends TS Leopold Muller, Flitwick and Ampthill achieved the result after being tested on leadership, presentation skills, map reading, fieldcraft and tactics.
Both achievements will open up opportunities for Cdt Sgt Noyes, who wants to be a Royal Marine Officer when he is older, he has been studying the entire Royal Marine Cadet training package since he joined at 13 years old.
Cdt Sgt Noyes, who also attends Bedford Sixth Form, said: “I am proud to have come top of my promotion board and to be able to serve the people of Bedfordshire as LL Cadet and represent the Royal Marine Detachment and the wider Sea Cadet Corps.
“I would recommend the many experiences possible through Sea Cadets to any young person. I have learned vital skills that can be used later in life.”
“During my time at Sea Cadets, I have progressed up the ranks and have enjoyed lots of activities, such as sailing, rowing, powerboating, first aid and the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
“I would encourage young people to join Sea Cadets as it gives them a chance to meet new people and have great new experiences.”
Currently recruiting
Flitwick and Ampthill Sea Cadets are part of the national charity Sea Cadets and have been at their present site at Althorp Close, Flitwick since 1998.
“We broaden horizons and create possibilities,” added a spokesperson for the unit.
“Working across the UK with 14,000 young people between 10 and 18, helping them see the world with confidence, gained through the challenge of nautical adventure and a Royal Navy ethos.
“Our aim is to help more young people to see the future that they want – and make that future happen,” the said.
The unit is open Monday and Thursday from 7pm until 9:30pm, and meets at TS Leopold Muller, Flitwick and Ampthill SCC, Althorp Close, Flitwick.
They are currently recruiting cadets aged 10-18 and adult volunteers in several roles. Visit sea-cadets.org/Flitwickandampthill to find out more or email contact@fasea-cadets.org to speak with Officer in Charge Petty Officer Dan Atkins.
