The number? There is no huge attrition of cadets, that I know for sure. In fact attrition was lower than forecast. Perhaps others can comment?
Edited to add:
I get the impression you think there is some kind of conspiracy. No one is getting in and then having their hours cut to make way for a new batch of cadets. Wherever that rumour has come from I can say it is false.
We have flexi guys at my base regularly doing 70-80 hours a month. However most of our flexi have been here long enough to be eligible for the NEC and I'm very glad to say all that have gone for it have obtained permanent employment.
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