I like what you're saying Wensleydale. I recall my Boss explaining to me that he was having to take some of my Secondary Duties off me so he could give them to a Flt Lt (whom had arrived through university route) so would have something to report on! 'Time in the Ranks' would no doubt help or deter some wannabe officers but those with any sense and empathy cope, and those without either get taken behind the bike shed or ignored.