New recruits prepare for military training

Myton School pupils William Holmes and Hayden Barnett, Kineton High pupil Liam Drummond and Maxx Plant of Aylesford School, aged either 16 or 17, swore oaths of allegiance to Queen and country in front of proud family and friends during an attestation ceremony at the Lord Mayor’s Parlour in Coventry recently.

They were among 20 young men and women from across Warwickshire to make the pledge.

Maxx has joined the Royal Regiment of Fusiliers while William has joined the Parachute Regiment.

Liam has joined the Royal Electrical and Mechanical Engineers and Hayden has signed up to the Royal Logistic Corps.

North Leamington School pupil Adam Campion, 16, took part in a different ceremony in Birmingham and is joining the Royal Engineers.

The young men will begin their careers at the Army Foundation College this month.

Major Bob Bath, Army recruitment officer for the region, said: “The college provides a great opportunity for young people to train as soldiers, while also allowing them to gain further qualifications and continue with their education.

“In addition to gaining basic military training, they will also have the chance to further improve their numeracy and literary skills and earn an apprenticeship.

“I’m delighted that this group of local young people are taking this important first step towards a military career and I wish them all the best for the future.”