Thread opened with reports of comments and overview by the Head of the RAF Selection Board.Probably a correct view but articulation choice and chosen platform a touch questionable. Even Prez Rishi might be regretting saying stuff on his "App" - whatever that is.
Change in this area has been predictably slow.
Took me three attempts in the 60's to gain an offer of Cranwell Cadetship. At OASC Biggin, I never saw one female (actually, anywhere!).- Nothing changing over 6 year period.
I do have skin in this game (pun intended). In all three selection visits to Biggin, I was the only dusky to be seen
Civil aviation changed a bit faster but still not fast enough.
I failed Cathay selection in 1978 because,looking at my application photo and place of Birth, DFO thought I was Indian and binned the process.
Historic compensation for racial preference would be mind blowing. Can't be bothered. I'll stick with Judge Juidy & a Jack & Coke.
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