Longbenton Air Cadet, Flight Sergeant Daniel Dotchin has been appointed as Her Majesty's Lord Lieutenant's Cadet for 2012.The 17 year-old Longbenton Community College student was appointed as the Lord Lieutenant's Cadet for Tyne and Wear by Nigel Sherlock OBE at a ceremony held at Dykelands Road TA Centre, Seaham.
Daniel is the latest cadet from Longbenton Squadron to hold the prestigious position, and one that the squadron has held since 2010 when 18 year old Karl Dance, of Killingworth, received the accolade. Last year, Christopher Wilson, 17 of Forest Hall, was then awarded from over 1000 possible cadets and he has now handed the baton over to Daniel to score the Royal hat-trick. Daniel was successfully appointed through his hard work and commitment on the air cadet unit and personal qualities being recognised.
The Lord Lieutenant's Cadet attends functions with the Lord Lieutenant, who represents the Queen in the region at official engagements, and also greets Royalty and civic dignitaries when they visit the region. With the forthcoming Diamond Jubilee Celebrations Daniel is looking forward to performing his role.
"I am amazed at being awarded the Lords Lieutenant's Cadet and can't wait for my first engagement," said Daniel. "It is an honour to hold such a position and to have been successful and get three in a row for the squadron is a bonus."
Commanding Officer, Flight Lieutentant Gary Richardson said "I'm delighted that Daniel has been awarded with this appointment and know he will perform the role with professionalism and responsibility." "He has displayed good leadership skills and is a positive role model for young people and I look forward to see him performing his role over the coming year, added Gary."
