The corps of Honorary ADCs comprises Military and Police Officers who assist the full-time ADC in the discharge of his duties to the President. Their duties range from ushering and checking guests, accompanying and entertaining VIPs, controlling members of the press, socialising, co-ordinating events at large functions, welcoming and introducing Cabinet Ministers, etc. Each full-time ADC serves a tour of duty of two years. An Honorary ADC is appointed on a year to year basis but is generally expected to serve three years. This job of honour is given to selected young men and women of good bearing, intelligence and commitment.
Social skills are an important asset.
The aiguilettes are plaited cords ending at two points called aglets. Historically, the aglets were used by knights to fasten the plates of their armour together. Aiguilettes are worn on the right shoulder by officers of certain appointments only.