7.2.20
UPDATE FROM THE CHAIR – MARY NEWTON
Dear all
Following a year when functions were difficult to arrange, firstly we had the district elections and its purdah restrictions, followed by a General Election and so another period of purdah, during the brief window we managed a Garden Party which was the only income the branch had during 2019.
AGM 30.01.2020
We have just had our AGM which was held at Coppins Hall and free refreshments were made available.
It is sad to report that aside from the remaining existing Committee Members, we had just three members turn up to the meeting. This does not help the branch to expand or bring in new blood. It is especially disappointing since the Secretary sent letters to all members.
Branch Chairman's message:
During the District Elections, we returned 5 UKIP Councillors. Due to Labour and the Lib Dems party rules saying they must not work with UKIP, we found ourselves forming a local Government with the Holland On Sea & Eastcliff Councillors and the Conservatives. This seems to be working on an even keel, but I must comment that those in opposition who would not work with us seem bent on causing disharmony in the Chamber.
We achieved the Referendum and now we must ensure that we have a deal the is good for Britain.
Yes, we want to work with the EU, but on our terms, terms that will ensure that the United Kingdom can ensure control of our Fishing Grounds, control of our Laws, and control of our Borders.
We need to make our voices heard yet again to ensure that we stand as a Proud, Sovereign Nation once again one that reaches out to the whole world and trades with them without restrictions and quotas.
Members, we need your support. We will do our bit, but we need you to attend our functions. We have decided that our next Branch Function will be a get together at Wick Lodge for a" Pie and a Pint" (as the saying goes), on 3 March 2020 at 7.30 pm.
Entrance is free, and there will be a raffle with some attractive prizes. Please just come along and have a sociable evening with us.
We want to hear your views. We also need to strengthen the Committee and have fresh voices and ideas.
Please also remember to contribute to our Facebook page. I look forward to some lively conversations and topics.
I look forward to seeing you all in March
Mary
