42. Commando Association.

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1 42. Commando Association. News Letter 2017 Dear Members May I take this opportunity to thank all members for supporting 42 Commando Associations 19 th annual reunion on the weekend of Friday 4 th August to Monday 7 th August 2017, at the Village Hotel Blackpool. The weather on arrival for members on Friday 4th August was nice with the sun shining and it remained like this for the whole of the weekend. Some members went to the Blackpool branch of the RMA and were made really welcome, the branch laid on a buffet and held a raffle, 42 Commando Association would like to thank them for their hospitality a great night was had by all who attended. The 19 th reunion and AGM were both well attended, the committee would like to thank all members, wives, partners and guests who attended for their support Saturday night and Sunday night, The gala dinner and gala buffet both with wine reception were well attended, entertainment was provided on both nights, Saturday nights entertainment was provided by The Angels this was a great all girl act. Sunday night we were entertained by the Country and Western Band, Knoxville, they really were both top class bands. The committee would like to thank the ladies who once again gave up their time to run the raffle on both Saturday and Sunday nights, and on behalf of the association we are truly grateful. Also members of the committee would like to thank everyone, who donated raffle prizes and money donations, for the purchase of raffle prizes on both nights. Without our member s support and generosity we would not be able to raise funding, once again thank you all for your tremendous support for the association. The committee would also like to thank all member s for the support you give to our serving Royal Marines who we invite to our reunions funded, through your kind donations and this year only one serving Royal Marine attended RQMS. WO2 Mark Newey was allowed to attend by 42 Commando RM, as other members were on leave and the association would like to say thank you Mark for your support. I have booked the entertainment for 2018 at the Village Hotel and look forward to your support as requested by members I have re-booked Country and Western Band Knoxville for the Sunday night so the dress will be much more casual as it was this year, I have also booked The Revolver- Beatles Tribute Band for the Saturday night. At the moment the Association is spending between 500 and 600 a year on stamps, can I ask that if anyone has an address could you please let me have it so we can reduce the cost to the association. I am sorry to bring to your attention that the following persons have retired from the 42 Commando Association Committee, they are Secretary Ray Welsby, Treasure Arthur O Neill, Welfare/Liaison Brian Downey and Committee member Don Reid. I would like to take this opportunity of thanking them for all the work they have done on behalf of the association and also, let us not forget Mrs. Anne O Neill for her support in selling raffle tickets over the years in support of the association at our functions Thank you Anne we will miss you and we wish you well. I have once again been asked, can members bring guests, you can bring as many guests as you like and they will all be made welcome.

2 Sunday 6 th August 2017, 42. Commando Association 19 th AGM at the Village Hotel Blackpool Meeting Commenced 10:00am And Closed At 12:35pm Owing To No Other Business (1) Apologies for Absence:- Mr.M. Slater, Mr.M.Fay, Mr.P. Hailsbury and Mr.D. Armitage: Apologies accepted. (2) Minutes of 2016/17 AGM: Were read and Proposed by Mr. D. Jones, Seconded Mr. W.J. Miller accepted:- Passed by members. (3) Matters arising:- Their, were no matters arising from the minutes they were accepted as a true copy, Proposed by Mr. J. Robinson Seconded Mr. T.J. Raine:- Passed by members. (4) Secretary s Report & Correspondence:-The report was accepted and proposed that we move on by Mr. P McKenzie, Seconded Mr.D. Reid:- Passed by members. (5) Treasurers Report:- Accepted as a true report, proposed by Mr. S. Corney, Seconded Mr. D. Reid:- Passed by members. (6) Welfare/Charities: Report:- Accepted and passed by members as a true report also, members informed by Brian Downey that the 54 TH Limbang reunion is awaiting conformation to take place in December (7) Chairman s Report:- The chairman thanked all members of the association their wives, partners and friends for their support they give to the association. (8) Venue for the 2018 reunion will take place at the Village Hotel Blackpool on the weekend of Friday 15 th to Monday 18 th June We have the free use of facilities there are, 2 swimming pools one is open air the other is indoor, we also have the free use of the tennis courts except the 18 hole golf course, this includes free car parking. This hotel as got easy access to Blackpool sea front a total of 2.7miles, a bus stop at the end of the drive to the hotel, also local to the hotel is Stanley Park across the road from the hotel and Blackpool Zoo in walking distance of 100 meter's from hotel entrance. (9) Any Other Business: (1) The following proposal was put to the membership by the secretary: Election of new Hon, President: The membership requested to leave position vacant until 2018 AGM. Passed by Members. (2) The following proposal was put to the membership that any member who abuse s another member will be dismissed from the association this was passed by members and, is now included in the constitution.(section 3 paragraph E) Passed by Members. (3) Proposed by Mr. D. Jones, Seconded by Mr. S. Corney:- That a presentation should be made to the following persons in appreciation for the work done over the years in running the association and making it a prosperous association and the presentation should be to the following persons on their retirement, Secretary Ray Welsby, Treasurer Arthur O Neill and Welfare/Liaison Brian Downey this was passed unanimously by members with one against Mr. E. McGinnis. The chairman said he would look for gifts when he attends Lympstone for RMA Reunion in September. (4) Election of officers & committee for 2017/18, Nominations came from the floor for the following positions Chairman: Denis Sparrow, Secretary: Frank Needham, Treasurer: Ken Corden Welfare/Liaison/Charities: Steve Corney, Committee Members: John Robinson, Denis Jones, and Ken Thwaites all members agreed with the Proposal by:ray Welsby, Seconded by Arthur O Neill. Passed by Members. (5) A raffle was held on both Saturday night and Sunday night and raised a total of pounds the committee, thank all members for their gifts and donation and also to our members who purchased raffle tickets on Saturday and Sunday nights because without all of our members and their guests support we would not be an enviable association thank you all for your support. (6) Could minor charitable requests for donations be forwarded to Welfare/Charities officer, Mr. Steve (7) Corney at least 2 weeks prior to the reunion date, 1 ST June 2018, who s address can be found on the committee member s list.

3 Prices at The Village Hotel Blackpool From Friday 15 TH to Monday 18 TH June 2018 A Deposit of 40.00per person is Required When Booking and Accounts Settled 6 Weeks Prior to Reunion 3 Night Stay@ per person Sharing Twin or Double Room (Inclusive of Gala Dinner & Gala Buffet) 2 Night Stay@ per person Sharing Twin or Double Room (Inclusive of Gala Dinner & Gala Buffet) 3 Night Stay@ per person Single Room (Inclusive of Gala Dinner & Gala Buffet) 2 Night Stay@ per person Single Room (Inclusive of Gala Dinner or Gala Buffet) Saturday Gala Dinner per person Non Resident (Inclusive of Wine Reception) Sunday Gala Buffet per person Non Resident (Inclusive of Wine Reception) Extra Night Prior Rates: Bed & Breakfast at Single Room, Double or Twin Room per Room. I am happy to say that this year we have managed to negotiate a discount on single occupancy rooms. 10% Reduction on All Beer s, Wines & Spirits in the function room on Saturday and Sunday night only. Members have informed me that they enjoyed the entertainment both on the Saturday night and also on the Sunday night as this was top line cabaret with the Angelettes and the Knoxville country and Western Group and as some members commented only the best for 42 Commando Association and I do, appreciate that comment. 20 TH Annual Reunion Friday 15 TH to Monday 18 TH June 2017 at the Village Hotel Blackpool 42 Commando Association Committee 2017/18. Chairman Secretary Treasurer Mr.Denis Sparrow. Mr.Frank Needham. Mr. Ken Corden. 11. Concord. Field Road. 93. Windsor Street. 31. Newpark. Stroud. Milton Keynes. MK12 5AN. Horrobridge. Gloucester. GL5 2HZ. Tel: Yelverton. Tel: frank895@btinternet.com Devon. PL20 7TF. djsparrow@live.co.uk Tel: Charities/Welfare/Liaison Committee Members Mr.Steve Corney. Mr. Ken Thwaites. 60. The Knowlings. 69. Captain French Lane. Whitchurch. Kendal. Hampshire. RG28 7JR. Cumbria. LA9 4HP. Tel: Tel: kenthwaites999@hotmail.com Mr.John Robinson. Mr.Denis Jones Locksway Road. 9. Russet Close. Southsea. Oakwood. Hants. PO4 8LF. Derby. DE21 2LA. Tel: Tel: jonjorobinson@g.mail.com jonah683@virgimedia.com (1) Please find attached to newsletter booking forms for 2018.

4 42. Commando Association Secretary s Accounts From 1 ST April 2016 To March 31 ST 2017 April 2016 : P 04/04/ nd Class Large Recorded Letter to Treasurer. 1 : 74 08/04/ Nd Class Large Letter to New Member. 75 May 2016 June 2016 July /07/ Packs of Computer 2.50p Per Pack. 5 : 00 August /08/ Computer Cartridge 40 : 00 18/08/ Registered Letter Containing Cheques to Treasurer. 1 : 65 20/08/ Packs of Computer 2:50p Per Pack. 12 : 50 September 2016 October /10/ Packs of Computer 2:50p Per Pack. 12 : 50 24/10/ , 2 ND Class Stamps for 55p (posted) 412 : 50 26/10/ Overseas Postage Stamps to Varying Prices. (Posted) 63 : 85 November 2016 December /12/ Registered Letter Containing Contracts. 1 : 65 January 2017 February /02/ Cheque Paid for Website Domain Renewal for (2 years) 16 : 78 This is a true statement of accounts. Dated:- 31 ST March 2017 Yours Sincerely RayWelsby Sec, 42. Commando Association March Total= 568 : 92p

5 42. Commando Association Secretary s Accounts From 1 ST April 2017 to 2 ND August 2017 April 2017 : P 03/04/ ST Class Recorded Letter to Treasurer. 1 : 75 May /05/ Packs of Computer 2:50p Per Pack. 5 : 00 June /06/ ND Class Letters to Members. 1 : 68 July /07/ ND Class Letter to Treasurer /07/ Printer Cartridge. 46 : Total = 54 : 99 This is a true statement of accounts. Dated:- 2 ND August Yours Sincerely Ray Welsby Sec, 42. Commando Association.

6 42.Royal Marines Association Statement and Accounts 2016/17 By Treasures:- Mr, Arthur O Neill Income Expenditure 2015/ / / / Subs Sec s Exp s Raffle Treasurer Exp s Donations Wreathes Coach Trip Entertainment Entertainment Entertainment Income/Exp Deposit Acc, Interest As per statement Income/Exp As per statement Deposit Acc, Current Acc, Total Audited and found correct: A.M.Collison R.Jones AMCollinson RJones A Merry Christmas & A Healthy and Prosperous New Year From 42. Commando Association Yours Sincerely Frank Needham Secretary On Behalf of 42, Commando Association Committee