Tony
Unfortunately that doesn't clear it up fully, the excerpt that Jim has attached only applies to young officers. If you look at BR3 under the SR & JR section you will also find-
Section 3916 Part L
Additionally, Probationary Leading Hands (see Chapter 68) employed and operating under the Accelerated Apprentice Scheme wear the standard Leading Hand insignia in conjunction with the following:
(1) White shoulder epaulettes (NSN 8455-99-978-8918) on all appropriate
uniforms.
(2) A white curved upper-sleeve flash (NSN 8455-99-978-8917) on the left arm of No1 uniform and overalls.
m. Royal Navy shoulder slides are issued on completion of Phase 1 Training. Phase.
2 trainees wear the Royal Navy shoulder slides with white epaulettes.
Paddy
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