Whilst gliding is a hot subject at present, it is only a part of the 'greater' ACO. Yes, there are many cadets who have not flown throughout their cadet career, but there are many more areas that little Johnnie/Jane can participate. Some will say that flying is an issue, but that is only with 5AEF, some will question shooting is an issue, but not really.
Was there this much verbal bashing of the CoC in previous reductions in gliding, or any other area, in the past. I doubt it.
Whilst gliding is not happening, many areas/activities are being delivered across the ACO, and long may it continue. The issue is here and it is not an easy win or go away quickly. Going on about 'what if' and complaining about the CoC is not going to help.