The Holsworthy Detachment of Devon ACF are celebrating the promotion to Cadet Serjeant Major of one it’s NCOs ( young leader).

Staff Serjeant Alisha Squirrell (17) was promoted by Officer Commanding for C (NORTH ) Company Devon ACF Major Phil Clarke (pictured below)

Alisha was one of two senior NCOs training and supporting younger cadets during the recent annual camp in Wales. Following an interview the decision was made to promote her and she is now senior cadet to over 200 Army Cadets across North Devon. Also on the same evening she received her First Aid at Work certificate.

Speaking after the event Detachment Commander Lt Jim Harvey added: “We are all extremely proud of Serjeant Major Squirrell’s achievements. She is a credit to herself and the unit.”