Incidentally, this might be an appropriate subject for an article in
'Weather', exploring the many avenues for those wishing a career?

Martin,
Yes, I think that the editor of 'Weather' would view any such submission with
much interest :-) (as would the Royal Met Soc and the readers too). Now to
find an author....
Thanks for offering to adjust the FAQ.

Julian
Julian Mayes, Molesey, Surrey.