I refer the hon. Member to the answer I gave on 3 May 2007, Official Report, column 1848W-49W to the hon. Member for Forest of Dean (Mr. Harper). The Combined Cadet Force is not a recruiting organisation. Therefore while we maintain annual records of overall numbers, MOD does not keep records of the subsequent careers of any cadets.
All the MOD sponsored cadet forces give young people the chance to develop their potential through interesting and challenging opportunities they would not normally experience while also developing an understanding of the values, customs and role of the armed forces. Young people also learn the importance of making a positive contribution to society. The skills and qualities of leadership, responsibility, self-reliance, resourcefulness, endurance and perseverance developed through membership of the cadet forces are a benefit to the cadets whatever career they choose to follow.