There was also a trawl for stenographers in 1998. I was a Cpl at the time and Med Downgraded, facing a med discharge as I was too restricted in any Trade jobs I could do due to the RAF being over cautious. I saw this as an opportunity to change to a trade where I could be productive. Went to apply and was told not to bother as I was downgraded.
As it turned out, I wasnt discharged and stayed in for another 6 years I did find a tour that I could be productive despite the best efforts of the Desk Sgt not to post me
