From the easyJet website:
>>For the first time in easyJet's history we believe we can fill the majority of Left Hand Seat positions in 2003 via internal promotions. This is obviously great news for FO's and SFO's, both those who are already in the airline and those who are currently considering a position with easyJet. We may continue to recruit a limited number of Direct Entry Captains, however, this is subject to business needs.<<