These are some of the comments received. Ability to continue Full Time Service
Having served in the military for over 10yrs previously I was missing the life and camaraderie and banter from being in the military. It now forms a major part of my time out of work and look forward to each training weekend I attend as it is always varied. I feel that my previous experience has helped in bringing other members of the Squadron together.
I have an ambition to join the Regular service and so thought this was a good stepping stone and chance to gain valuable experience.
I joined in order to undertake some form of ‘national service’ - to make a contribution in a small way.
I applied for the appointment I currently hold because it would give me the opportunity to re-balance my work/life commitments more towards my personal needs rather than that of the service. This new appointment gave me the chance to continue to serve in the RAF in an interesting and very challenging post.
In addition to the reason given- there is a sincere desire to serve my Country.
The opportunity to work in a challenging and interesting job AND the opportunity to work as part of a team.
Initially I joined to get an insight into service life with a view to become full time . For various reasons this did not happen but I continue to enjoy being PTVR.
To make a contribution to operations and to play a part in improving the security of our interests worldwide.
I joined to put something back into the system. I always wanted to be a regular but never joined. I love my job in the reserves and feel I have achieved a colossal amount in my time.
The initial factor was family connection however I have given much over the years and received much benefit as an individual and as part of our Force. We have always been ready to serve when required
When I qualified as a graduate nurse I joined the reserves to get 2 years post graduate experience before joining the regulars as a commissioned officer but enjoyed the reserves so much I stayed.
New friendships, challenge, fitness, and doing something different to my day job. Also to gain new skills.
Mid-life crisis! Last chance to do something for my country
We were struck by the number of comments received that emphasised that joining the Reserves was seen as “an opportunity to serve my country” or “it being a civic duty.”
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