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nationality and fitness criteria is eligible to join.</p><h2>What’s it for?  </h2><p>Use some of your free time to serve your country and learn new skills.</p><h2>Details</h2><p>Most Reservists serve near their home, normally training once a week in the evenings and some weekends.</p><p>Once a year, you will be required to attend a 2 week training exercise or course. 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