DO NOT LET THEM REWRITE HISTORY
CHEV Your last post is an excellent summary of the 'position', and we should remember that this thread has been consistent in seeking to bring this out in the open (albeit with the ATC element).
That so many well qualified opinions (facts) have been exposed there is no chance that unchallenged 'carpet sweeping' will be a common feature in the future.
The AIR CADET organisation will never be as we knew it (for many reasons) but at least we sowed the seeds to ensure a true hands on aviation experience can still be a desirable alternative to plastic bath tubs and screens.
If the Vigilants are saved it will because of this thread, and the thousands of valid comments that are now in the public arena.
That they 'may' well rise again under a different guise is welcome, but if they encourage youth to aspire to decision making, and self development then the country will be better off for it.
Best Wishes to all Pobjoy Pete