Newsletter
October 2011
The October meeting was attended by 29 Full & Associate Members and three visitors Steve Munn, Mike McClure and Pat McClure. There were 3 apologies for absence.
From Scribes: Nice to see some old faces at the meeting, Royston & Iris Kears back in Spain after an extended break in the UK and Rod & Marrion Millington back among the members during their holiday here in Spain. Now that the “Hot “ season is now over lets hope that the cooler weather will bring back the members missing during the summer.
Our Chairman, Eddie Cowan opened the meeting at 1805 and called for a minutes silence for old comrades and those that have been killed in Afghanistan, Sgt Barry Weston, Royal Marines, Marine David Fairbrother, Royal Marines and L/Cpl Jonathan McKinlay, 1st Rifles.
The Chairman then reminded us about the details for Remembrance/Armistice Day. After the service at La Siesta Church there will be a buffet with the RNA at Sacko’s Bar. This will be in the way of a curry and a beef stew. There will be no sandwiches or SRSD’s (Sausage Rolls Self Destruct!!)
On the 16th December In Constitution Square, Torrevieja their will be the traditional carol service. All attending are requested to bring along dry and canned foodstuff for those in need locally.
Possible visit of an RN Vessel. Those interested in visiting whilst here names to the Chairman.
Secretary’s Report
The Hon sec is in the UK. Details of events for the remainder of the year and into 2012 are at “A.O.B.” part of this newsletter, on the RMA Website or given by the Chairman.
Treasurer
Confirmed that the information regarding the finances of the Branch were on the notice board.
Welfare
Diane Whitelaw recently had a scan. Further details from Jack at the meeting. Don Churchill generally ok.
Social
X-Mas Draw will be held in Elviras Restaurant, San Luis Urb. Entertainment is “Woody” and there is a buffet.
X-Mas Draw tickets now on sale. We know it’s early but more money in the kitty means more prizes!!!
Tickets for the draw from Bill Nixon.
Membership
There are two additions to the membership.
PR
No one at present in this position.
Globe & Laurel
Phil has an article in the current addition. Well done Phil.
Merchandising
Bill has usual trinkets on offer plus a new logo for the “T” Shirts. Don’t forget it’s not long to Christmas.
AOB
From Hon Sec: Information in the RMA Reporting File : Work at the Olympics 2012. (Manning Water Chariots) : Security Officers & Supervisor vacancies Olympics 2012 : Boat Handlers Instructor Required (14 Days Work) : Where are they now: Sgt Childs-AE: Info to Central Office
EVENTS UK
A complete list of events up to August 2012 can be found on the RMA Website however below are some that the members may be interested in.
2nd-4th December 2011 British Military Tournament
13th May 2012 Graspan Parade
June 6th-7th 2012 Beating retreat Horse Guards Parade
June 30th 2012 Armed Forces Day
September 29th-30th 2012 CTCRM Re-Union Weekend
If you require contact details & application forms on these events see Pete - Hon Sec.
Jokes
Two priests were chatting philosophically.
"Do you think the Pope will ever allow priest’s to marry?" said one.
"Not in our lifetime,” said the other, "maybe in our children’s."
My Mother-in Law has a speech impediment.
Now and then she pauses for a breath
THAT’S IT!!!