I retired in 2010 after 38years with the same service number the only change being that the prefix letter was moved from first to last on commissioning. After a year doing nothing in blue I joined the VR(T) as they were starting a new unit where I live, could I have my previous number? Not a chance!!! JPA strikes again, since its introduction when you leave your number is wiped clean from the computer and you have to have a brand new one. Its all to difficult apparently!!!!!
PS It goes along with no valedictory or letter from their lordships to thank you for your loyal service, just a computer print out of your service record (not complete or totally correct) and a little badge to say I'm a veteran. Very sad but not totally unexpected.
