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The Communications Team, from left to right: Jason Hill, Oliver Hilliam, Denisa Costea, Thomas Saunders and Natasha Sloan

Volunteer spotlight: Communications Team

MSSC’s Communications Team is proud to help our volunteers be the best possible ambassadors for our organisation – bringing their unit’s stories to life and enhancing their profile and reputation

Daniel Heffy has worked in Michelin-starred restaurants

So you want to be an…executive chef at a top restaurant?

Former sea cadet Daniel Heffy has worked in several Michelin-starred restaurants and was selected to represent the North West on the BBC’s ‘Great British Menu’. Now Executive Chef at NORD in Liverpool, he has a reputation for producing exceptional cuisine from local and seasonal ingredients

Junior sea cadets exploring ideas for work on their own creative projects

Course spotlight: Arts Award

We’re celebrating an exciting new chapter of creative discovery with the launch of the Arts Award Explore course for Junior Sea Cadets

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Essential guidance on water safety

The water supports so many of the activities we love, but can be dangerous to even the strongest swimmer – with 400 people drowning in the UK each year. So, keep this vital advice in mind whenever you enter the water (with or without Sea Cadets) and share your water safety knowledge with friends and family.

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The Sea Cadets guide to drill

Good drill is at the heart of Sea Cadets’ community presence and is crucial for developing self-discipline, confidence and morale. As we approach the peak of drill competition season, we take tips and advice from two of 2025’s national champions: Petty Officer Cadet Charlie of Poole Unit (Best Squad Commander and Unarmed Squad) and Able Cadet Charlie of Warsash Unit (Commander of the winning Continuity Team).

Charting a course

Course spotlight: Navigation

This nautical discipline is a vital skill for all our cadets to understand to ensure their safety on the water

Delivering boating training at Weymouth National Boat Centre

Volunteer spotlight: Training Delivery Team

The delivery of the beyond-unit Sea Cadets Experience relies on thousands of amazing volunteers – and our Training Delivery Team is proud to support their work

Shaun sees his role as an opportunity to see the world while serving his country

Careers: How to become a Royal Navy Logistics Officer

Lt Shaun Omoregbee RN, 21, is a former First Sea Lord’s Cadet and now volunteers with Greenwich Unit in addition to his exciting Navy career

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The Sea Cadets guide to public speaking

Being a good public speaker can bring many benefits and opportunities. And within Sea Cadets, getting your message across can help with promotions, teaching and leadership. We asked five accomplished cadet speakers for tips to transform your delivery and overall confidence