Apologises:  Dave Williams, Alan Jones, Brian Perry & Albert Worrillow

Matters Arising:

Position of Branch President.  The Chairman stated that Alan Jones was happy to take up the position however the matter of Capt Arthur having been offered the position needed clearing up.  The Chairman intended to make contact with Capt Arthur once more to resolve the situation.

Post meeting note:- The Chairman has contacted Capt Arthur and he was of the understanding that he was the President although he apologised for not having attended a meeting.  He stated that he was shortly to be relieved by Capt John Edgell and that he would appraise him of the possibility that he would be approached to become the new President of the Branch.

Treasurers report: 

The Treasurer supplied members with spreadsheets of the branches financial situation.  The books balance.   He stated that the large debit this month was due to him paying National the monies owed for the members attending the Annual Reunion.  This would rectify its self once members’ money had been paid and deposited with the bank.

Secretaries Report: 

Dougie had nothing to report as there had been no correspondence since the last meeting.

Welfare Officer.

Albert was not in attendance.  However Alan Jones is now out of hospital and has to take life easier but other than that he is fine.

Membership Secretaries Report:

Dave was not in attendance.  However from information supplied to the Chairman the membership still stands at 52 members.  There has been a couple of people leave the branch but new members have joined to replace them.

Web Master:

The new web site is up and running, however Mike Pitt would like members to visit the website and air their views and to provide input to fill the pages and to keep the site current.  Please visit www.plymouthsubmariners.co.uk

If you have items you would like Mike to include on the website contact him via the link or at webmaster@plymouthsubmariners.co.uk

Chairman’s Report:

The Chairman asked about what is the routine for the Embankment Wreath and it was agreed that since the Submarine School commemoration did not happen this year that we would purchase a wreath to be laid on the Embankment. 

The Remembrance Day Parade on the Hoe, how do members register to take part, Vic Cavell said we would take names of those would like to march and pass these on the Jim Patterson (Parade Master) to have their names put on the security list at the Citadel.  These marching need to turn up by 10:15; if you are there earlier you can get a cup of coffee in the Sergeants’ Mess.  Those asking to have their names registered are Billy, Albert, Bungy Williams, Vic Richards, Vic Cavell.

The Annual Reunion at Nottingham do we have the tickets?  Dougie said he had them and would issue them on reaching Nottingham as normal.

The Chairman asked for a Volunteer to attend the National Conference being held in Northern Ireland next March.  There were no takers at the meeting but the Chairman will approach Alan Jones to see if he is available, should he not be then another volunteer will be required.

The Branch Waterfall telephone and email list needs updating and issuing to the membership.  Vic Cavell said he would update and send out with the minutes.  The Chairman asked for a copy before it was issued.

Round The Table – Any Other Business

Dougie stated that Albert was happy to continue as Standard Bearer but should anyone else like the opportunity of becoming the Standard Bearer they may volunteer.

Vic Richards volunteered to parade the Standard at Nottingham should Albert want a break from the duties.

The Chairman asked if we would like to have more socials and get out and about.  He is looking for at least 12 members each paying £10 per month into a kitty to fund these events.  Then every 6 months a trip would be organised with the money saved up.  Members unable to attend would have their money ring fenced and carried forward to the next function.  These socials would not take place on meeting days i.e. Not the 3^rd Friday of each month.  All agreed it would be a good idea and Charlie was asked to look after the money. 

Post Meeting Note:- Once back in the bar money was handed over to Charlie by most present.

At this point a new member Jan Mounce was introduced and welcomed into the branch.  Jan lives out Launceston way so may not be able to make every meeting but will do his best and looks forward to meeting all the branch at some stage.

New Members:  The subject was raised again and it was agreed to look into placing an advert/Press Release in the local papers with a view to attracting new members.  The cost will be investigated and reported back at the next meeting when a decision will be taken.