Several VOS recruiting countries use the data for their reward system. Please complete all
relevant details (Surname, Full initials/Christian name, Date of joining, Date of leaving and
Discharge Book or Seaman's Card number if applicable), to assist with identification for
captains' records and awards.
For more information consult your PMO or National Meteorological Service.
Captain R C Plumley (left) receiving the barograph award form the Met Office Chief Executive
John Hirst on behalf of all the captains that were awarded in 2008
.All the 7 captains that were awarded in 2008 (from left to right Captain S G Millar, Captain K Smith,
Captain C Grahame, Captain R Plumley, Captain P Anderson, Captain C Shoolbraid and
Captain W Houghton-Boreham) in recognition of their long and meritorious service on behalf of the
UK Voluntary Observing Fleet
