We have woken up today to the news that both of the Region’s nominations as the best male cadet and the best female cadet for the Dacre sword and 75th anniversary have been successful
Cadet Warrant Officer Sammy Dutton from 146 (Northwich) Squadron, Merseyside Wing is the recipient of the 75th Anniversary Sword and Cadet Warrant Officer Ben Hudson from 216 (Redditch) Squadron, West Mercian Wing is the recipient, jointly, of the Dacre Sword for the best male.
Group Captain Roger Simon, Regional Commandant, said: “Congratulations to the two of them. Well done. Also, recognition goes to their squadrons and wings that have supported them throughout their cadet careers. I’m sure you’ll take a huge amount of pride in their achievements. It’s great, and even better than that at this time when we’re all coping with the restrictions of COVID-19, it’s just further proof and testimony to the range of opportunities that are available for our cadets and the opportunities that we’re going to return to just as soon as we can.”
CWO Sammy Dutton, 146 (Northwich) Squadron 
CWO Ben Hudson, 216 (Redditch) Squadron
Wing Commander Merseyside Wing, Joe O’Riley, said: ““It was fantastic to be informed that CWO Sammy Dutton is this years ATC75 Sword Winner. This award could not have gone to a more exemplary, deserving Cadet. She epitomises everything we expect our Cadets to be, and is a great role model to her fellow Cadets, Staff and the entire organisation. I am so proud of what she has achieved and the fact that she has made Merseyside Wing history by winning this prestigious award.”