https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/art...c-Command.htmlAlso in The Times, but behind a paywall
"The military could fast-track civilians into a secretive group that manages joint ventures between the British Army, RAF and Royal Navy.
Ministers are considering letting people go straight into Strategic Command so they do not have to enlist in one of the three armed forces first.
Minister for defence personnel and veterans Leo Docherty said Britain needed to evolve quickly to catch up with foreign nations.
The 44-year-old, who got the role last month, said there could be scope for civilians to apply for cyber, space and military intelligence without having served.
The move would mean applicants do not have to pass the rigorous fitness tests the Armed Forces require or learn to fight on a battlefield.
Mr Docherty, who served with the Scots Guards in Iraq and Afghanistan, also said recruits could be older than 55 when they apply.
They could also enlist as senior officers without putting in the yards lower down the ranks."