Royal Naval Association
Branch Circular No 608
May 2011 1
Dear Shipmate Branch Secretary, Welcome to the May Circular and I hope everyone is enjoying the warmer weather. This is the last Circular before the Conference, so I wish everyone the best for a good Conference; we hope to have 120 delegates this year. Remember to have photo ID with you (Driving licence or RNA membership card) for the security gate, Plymouth Dockyard have to be very careful about security because of the large number of nuclear submarines that are there. We have drafted some Daily Orders for each day, please pass to your delegate and a copy for those attending, it gives some useful info such as taxis and the HQ staff mobile numbers – as well as where and when to be! Apart from all the jollifications our Guest of Honour will be launching our new image and materials will be available to take home with you (saves postage too!!). If you need materials for an Armed Forces Day or similar let us know and we can send some off. We had a marvellous HQ Open day with 32 Shipmates turning up, a tot on our harbour cruise went down well (see front page photo). We received a very nice note: Dear Shipmate General Secretary, I would like to thank you and your perfectly formed small but very efficient staff, for the excellent HQ open day on Friday last. Both my wife and I thoroughly enjoyed the experience. It gave me as a mere (PA to Hon Sec) to be able to put a face to names that I normally only see on monthly circulars and to be able to speak to you all was an added bonus. .... it was a day well spent and when the word gets out to the branches I can see the need for many more similar open days than the one planned for September. A big BZ to you all, I look forward to seeing and being a part of in my own small way of your plan for the future of The Royal Naval Association. Yours aye Shipmates Vaughan & Carole Nelson (Hon Sec) Bridport Branch RNA You ought now to be pre-booking with us the following events: HQ open day (16 Sep), St Paul’s Service for Seafarers (12 Oct), Cenotaph parade tickets (13 Nov), Field of Remembrance (10 Nov), numbers are all we need at this stage. It is great to see announcements from our overseas branches, if any overseas hon sec would like an overseas page in the Circular and HQ roll newsletter please give me a shout and we will put one in. Shipmates may want to see the text of the report on the Armed Forces Covenant, please go to the MoD website – it is really interesting. Finally, I can confirm that Mrs Sheila Tarabella has left the RNA after a long period off work and that we are recruiting a new AGS, details to follow. See you at the bar (mine’s a G&T)
Best wishes from Semaphore Tower Paul Quinn General Secretary 2
Chairmans Chat
Dear Shipmates, The General Secretary made a bid on our behalf to the Maritime Charities Funding Group (MCFG) seeking support for our Shipmates Campaign to support those leaving the Navy, via voluntary or compulsory redundancy, as a result of the SDSR. We have received confirmation that an initial grant of £40K has been allocated which will be made in two stages of £20K each over the next year. There are conditions attached, which we had expected and are comfortable with, which require us to prove that we have achieved the outcomes we promised. It will be up to us to fulfil our side of these conditions in making sure that our branches are prepared to welcome and support any early leavers who will be seeking to settle in their localities, and have responses ready to the sort of questions they are likely to ask. An FAQ sheet is being prepared to help branches in this respect. Fine detail is still to be added to the basic framework of the campaign in liaison with the RN, but this is a great opportunity to not only help our unfortunate serving shipmates to make their unexpected transition into civilian life but also to significantly enhance the profile of the RNA to the wider Navy. We hope it will also have an additional benefit on membership, though this will need working on as many service leavers may well resent the early end to their chosen careers and our approach to them has to be sympathetic and encouraging at a difficult time for them. The grant from MCFG will cover membership for all those who take up the offer and it is hoped that these may translate into long term members if the welcome is warm. There will also be monies available to branches to cover administrative costs of each member recruited. An additional benefit we have received to our general marketing and rebranding campaigns is financial support from Pusser's Rum which will enable us to purchase extra items to provide Areas with publicity material. We are also discussing with Pusser's the possibility of providing a member's discount on the purchase of their rum, and are awaiting details on the outlets through which this could be obtained. On 20th May we had 32 members attend our first open day of the year at Semaphore Tower and all were very impressed with the welcome they received and the facilities they saw. They talked with the Staff and were given a brief by the GS in the Semaphore Tower Conference Room, which we will now be available for us to use for future National Council meetings to reduce costs currently incurred at the Maritime Club. After a snack lunch and drink in the Semaphore Arms the visitors thoroughly enjoyed a boat ride around the dockyard provided free of charge on a Harbour-master’s launch. An excellent day was had by all. As we head into our conference season these are positives we need to pass on to all our members. A sincere vote of thanks is due to the GS for all the effort he has put into these various projects and for obtaining both support and funding to help us try to achieve our aims in this year of recruiting. I know there are some amongst you who have your doubts about these campaigns but I ask you all to do your best to promote and encourage these initiatives. We have a great bunch of members who have given myself and Keith Crawford a hearty shipmates welcome at the 9 Area meetings we have attended over the past 8 months and I am sure they will respond with enthusiasm to these marketing and recruiting projects. Thank you for your support over the past year and I look forward to meeting many of you in Plymouth in June. Chris 3
Contents Chairman’s Chat Daily Orders 1. Conference issues 2. Biennial Parade 3. Election-Standing Orders Committee 4. Veterans Visit to Russia 5. HQ Open Day 6. The Naval Club-Toronto 7. RMA Shrewsbury 60th Anniversary 8. Book Review 9. Donations Received 10. Bravo Zulu 11. RNBT Almshouse 12. RNA Conference Programme 13. Book Review 14. Belfast battle of the Atlantic 15. Peterborough-Monthly Meetings 16. WRNSBT-Commemorative Book 17. Documentary-German War Navy 18. RNA Belfast Branch 19. Naval Artist 20. Tayforth Veterans Project Centre 21. Last WW1 Veteran-Dies 22. Memorial to RN Boys Sailors 23. Calling those who have tattoos 24. Hosanna House 25. Falmouth Sea Sunday Welfare Seminar Report Shortcast Longcast Ship’s Office 1. 2. 3. 4.
Pusser’s Rum Competition Winner A rum cocktail for a Royal Salute to Will and Kate Area and Branch updates Conference Daily Orders
Swinging the Lamp For the notice-board (included loose-leaf): 1. Latest Slops Price List and Order Form 2. RNA Gift Aid Declaration Form
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Glossary of terms NCM NC AMC FAC NatCh NatVCh NP DNP GS Asap
National Council Member National Council Association Management Committee Finance Administration Committee National Chairman National Vice Chairman National President Deputy National President General Secretary As soon as possible
Throughout ď ? indicates a new or substantially changed entry Contacts:
Accounts
023 9272 3823 michelle@royalnavalassoc.com
FAX
023 9272 3371
Assistant General Secretary (Membership & Slops)
023 9272 3747 nigel@royalnavalassoc.com
Events/Marketing/Comms
023 9272 3823 phil@royalnavalassoc.com
General Secretary
023 9272 2983 paul@royalnavalassoc.com
RNA HQ Staff continue to attempt to build a library of e-mail addresses within the Association. It would be extremely helpful if those Branch Secretaries able to communicate by e-mail would forward a short e-message to HQ to nigel@royalnavalassoc.com
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Daily Orders 1.
Conference issues
This will be the last Circular before the Conference. We have produced a Daily Orders for each day of Conference, so everyone knows where they have to be, and when. Please pass them on to those attending; you can copy the pages from the website if necessary. They will also be in the delegate pack at the Conference. The agenda with motions, report to Conference and minutes of Conference 2010 have been sent to you already. Delegate packs will be available at the Guildhall on Saturday morning as part of registration. The staff will be moving to Plymouth early on Thursday, so the HQ will not be manned from Wednesday 1630 until 0900 Tuesday 14 June. Trophy winners from last year please bring your trophies along to the Guildhall first thing on Saturday, or pass to Plymouth or 4 Area officials. Any questions or issues please give Nigel or Phil or Paul a ring. Michelle for payments and refunds. Raffle Tickets for the Central Charities Fund If anyone requires any more Raffle tickets then please inform Nigel at RNA HQ, and they will dispatch them. Get those tickets in!!!! _________________________________________________________________________ 2. Biennial Parade – 11 September 2011 I am delighted to report that the First Sea Lord has kindly agreed to present operational medals at the parade for those who have not had a formal presentation. This applies particularly to serving and reserve personnel. Applications to the General Secretary. Please promulgate to local Reserve units and Service contacts. ___________________________________________________________________________ 3. Conference - Election to Standing Orders Committee Two members of the SOC complete their two year tour of service at conference 2011. There are four candidates for the two positions; S/M Baker, S/M Lyons, S/M Peatling and S/M Simmons. All four candidates have received branch support in accordance with the bye-law as revised by Conference 2010. Voting is limited to Conference Delegates only and completed Voting forms will be issued and collected during the course of Conference proceedings on 11 June 2011. The candidates details have been given please ensure your delegate knows the branch wishes. The actual voting form will be issued with the delegate pack on the day. ___________________________________________________________________________ 4. Veterans visit to Russia, for the 70th anniversary of the "Dervish" convoy. 6
"Dervish” was the first convoy to Russia arriving August 31st. 1941.in Archangelsk This was only a small convoy, mainly with Hurricane, aircraft parts and spares, with other equipment for the RAF Pilots and ground crew. These were followed with some Hurricanes flown from the Carrier HMS Argus. Their purpose was to train the Russians to fly and service Hurricane Aircraft. Programme of events. Aug 27Aug 28Sept 1Sept 2-
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Flight from Gatwick to St.Petersburg, for over-night stay in Hotel "Dostoevsky" Flight to Archangelsk, awaiting program. An American and British Naval ships should be there. Flight to St.Petersburg, stay in Dostoevsky Hotel. Wreath laying at the Piskarevskoe Cemetery, Peter & Paul Fortress, photo display, with USCG lunch, panel discussion, book presentation; reception US Consul General. School visit by Veterans and group, performance at theatre, reception at British Consul General. Boat Trip, Lunch aboard, Then "Icebreaker "Krasin, Flight home.
There is finding from BIG LOTTERY FUND for Veterans. Contact G W Long - telephone. 01885 483748 or Ian’s mobile; 07831457581 ___________________________________________________________________________ 5. HQ Open Day The HQ will be holding an open day on Friday 16th September starting at 11am. Come along to Semaphore Tower for the chance to meet HQ staff. Please register your interest with Nigel or Philip and give us your car details, in order to gain entry to the Dockyard We have managed to book a MoD boat for a tour of the harbour and dockyard from 1230 to 1330 and the GS cold dead fingers might be prised away from a tot or two of Pusser’s.
We had a great day on 20 May with 35 Shipmates who had a great day ____________________________________________________________________________ 6. The Naval Club of Toronto –New Meeting place With the opening of the new quarters for the Naval Club of Toronto, branch meetings have now moved to that facility. The Naval Club of Toronto ,1910 Gerrard Street East ,Toronto, Ontario M4L 2C1 J J MacQuarrie Secretary- Telephone: 416-924-2811 Website: www.navalcluboftoronto.com ____________________________________________________________________________ 7. RMA Shrewsbury 60th Anniversary The President, National Council and all in the RNA would like to wish Shrewsbury all the very best on their 60th Anniversary. 7
____________________________________________________________________________ 8. Book Review The Ohio and Malta- by Michael Pearson During the dark days of WW2 Malta became the lynchpin of the Allied campaign in the Mediterranean and North Africa theatres and the vital base from which to attack Axis convoys supplying Rommel’s Panzer Army in Libya. Malta was, however extremely difficult to keep supplied, (particularly with oil), and by the summer of 1942 the island was close to surrender; the Pedestal convoy of August that year was literally the last chance. On entering the Mediterranean the convoy was subjected to prolonged ferocious air and submarine attacks and suffered terrific losses both in warship and escorts and merchantmen. OHIO. Being the only tanker left, was marked for particular attention, and during the course of her voyage suffered a direct hit from a torpedo, direct bomb hits, any number of near misses, and was struck by two Luftwaffe aircraft shot down while attacking her. Despite her engines being dead and her hull practically broken in two, she was towed into Grand Harbour by three destroyers and a minesweeper with her vital cargo virtually intact. This book is printed by Pen and Sword Books Ltd and is available from any good bookstore or many on-line suppliers. ____________________________________________________________________________ 9. Donations received for the Charities Fund Thank you for the donations received this month to the Central Charities Fund. The Duke of Edinburgh –Undisclosed Sum RNA – Whitstable - £200.00 ________________________________________________________________________ 10. A big Bravo Zulu! To those who attended and arranged a superb Club seminar (20 attendees) and the Welfare seminar (52 attendees). Both were very successful, learning points have been published on the website. .__________________________________________________________________________ 11. Royal Naval Benevolent Trusts - Almshouse You may or may not be aware that the RNBT runs a 6-unit almshouse located in Hornchurch, Essex. They took over as the sole trustee a couple of years ago - the remaining trustees (2 of them) were unable to find replacements so asked RNBT to take it on. Although all 6 properties are currently occupied a vacancy may come about in the next 12 months or so. We do not have anyone on the waiting list at present. If you want to put your name down (a very good idea) please contact: Chief Executive Royal Naval Benevolent Trust Castaway House, 311 Twyford Avenue, Portsmouth PO2 8RN Tel; 02392 690112 stephenfarrington@rnbt.org.uk 8
Web-site: www.rnbt.org.uk _____________________________________________________________________________ 12. RNA Conference Programme The Updated Programme for the Conference is reproduced in the Ships Office this month for info ___________________________________________________________________________ 13. Book Review Signalman Jones-by Tim Parker Signalman Jones (later Lieutenant-Commander Geoffrey Holder-Jones DSM VRD,RNVR) was born in Liverpool in 1915, and his remarkable exploits at sea during the Second World War are here told for the first time. After he survived a German mine in the Thames estuary in 1939, the war took him, commissioned as a naval officer, to Iceland, Spitsbergen and the USA. Given command of his own ship, he patrolled the waters off Canada and Newfoundland before returning to Britain in 1944. This true story, written by Tim Parker on the basis of personal conversations and a scrapbook entrusted to him 60 years after the war, illuminates one of the greatest achievements of the war- beating the U-boat blockade of the American coast by squadrons that were little more than motley collections of armed trawlers and whalers. A keen observer with an eye for the absurd, his story is shot through with the good shipmate’s sense of decency and humour that sustained him through the ordeals of convoy duty in the Arctic Ocean and the dark years of war. “Grips you and holds you in full flight with more than enough detail for the real Shipmate”. This is an extraordinary story of young boy who makes good despite many obstacles both personal and professional, a tale that could inspire many a young reader to take to the Sea and make a career from it. Tim has captured the very essence of Wartime Sea Service and brought to light in graphic detail the hardships and personal sacrifices that they all had to endure and overcome in order to stay alive and ensure the nation was kept supplied. This would have been one of those stories lost forever (as many were) if Tim had not brought it to light, well worth a read, you will not be disappointed! Philip Shuttleworth MBE 'Signalman Jones’ is available from Seafarer Books , www.seafarerbooks.com Tel 01394 420789 and all other good book shops. __________________________________________________________________________ 14 .Belfast Branch - Battle of the Atlantic Dinner - Thank you The Belfast Branch had its Battle of the Atlantic Dinner on the 6th of May and it was a tremendous success. Over 100 shipmates attended and enjoyed an excellent dinner followed by great night of fun and comradeship. The guest of honour was Lady Rowena Carswell CVO OBE Hon. Captain RNR who was accompanied by our Chairman S/M John Bain and our Vice President S/M Charlie McCullough. On the night shipmates were able to view the pictures newly hung of Lady Carswell being presented to the Queen and the picture of our past Secretary Jackie Miller. The Main Lounge was also renamed the John H. Miller Lounge in honour of the 21 years he served as secretary. The Battle of the Atlantic service, which took place on the 8th of May and was well attended followed by reception at the Belfast Branch at which a contingent from the Irish Naval Association attended, and a great day was had by all. 9
Thank-you to all who attended and made this a memorable event. Ernie, Hon Sec. RNA Belfast Branch ___________________________________________________________________________ 15. Peterborough RNA - Monthly Meetings Monthly meetings will now take place on the 1st Tuesday of the month - at the Post Office Club, Bourgis Boulevard, Peterborough, PE1 2AU. ___________________________________________________________________________ 16. WRNSBT 70th Anniversary Commemorative Book The WRNSBT are producing a 70th anniversary commemorative book. They ask that all Wrens look through their albums and to send photos and contributions for the book, due for publication early next year. Contact is: Sarah Ayton Women’s Royal Naval Service Benevolent Trust Tel 02392 655301 www.wrnsbt.org.uk ___________________________________________________________________________ 17. Documentary, on the German War Navy. NDR the public broadcaster in Hamburg is producing a documentary on the German War Navy. The director of this documentary is searching for veterans of the Royal Navy who fought against the German Navy in World War II. He is very interested in portraying the experiences of men on both sides, in this naval war. With the help of veterans he would like to tell how the naval war was fought, and how they lived on the ships, and what they thought about the enemy etc. If you are interested or can help, then please contact Knut Weinrich Butenfeld 40 22529 Hamburg www.knutweinrich.de ____________________________________________________________________ 18. The Royal Naval Association- Belfast Branch The Royal Naval Association Belfast Branch can now be found on http://www.rnabelfast.co.uk Website is unfinished but will get there. They are also on Facebook under; Royal Naval Association Belfast Branch ___________________________________________________________________________ 19. Naval Artist- Ross Watton
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Ross is a very talented and dedicated Naval artist who has produced the ship cutaways in the Navy News since 2007. He also does oil paintings of warships which he sells from his website and is available to undertake private work as well. Please visit his website for more details; www.navalbroadsides.co.uk. __________________________________________________________________________ 20. ď ? Tayforth Veterans Project Centre The Tayforth Veterans Project is a new local charity that helps former servicemen and women returning from deployments re-adjust to civilian life. It also helps them with a raft of other difficulties that can occur, giving them sound advice and information to meet their specific needs and help them re-adjust into civilian life. The Drop-In Centre is due to open later this year and will be dedicated to assisting our young ex service men and women return to civilian life by providing a relaxing environment in which they can participate in healthy physical and recreational activities and meet up with former service people, building friendships and networks. If you can help in any way or would like more information then please contact; Tayforth Veterans Project Centre 9 Main street, Balmullo,KY16 0AE Email; reilly-james2@sky.com
21. ď ? A resume of Claude Choules life-Last World War 1 Veteran, Died aged 110 Born on March 3rd 1901 in the village of Wyre Piddle, near Pershore, Worcestershire, Pre WW1 two older brothers and a sister emigrated to Western Australia. As a young boy he was educated at the village school. In 1915 he was sent to The TS Mercury on the Hamble and completed his training in the "Impregnable" berthed in the Hamoaze. He joined HMS Revenge in October 1917and in her witnessed the surrender of the German High Seas Fleet off the Firth of Forth in November 1918.He was still in Revenge when the German ships were scuttled in Scapa Flow and remembers the German C-in-C being brought to Revenge's quarterdeck and accused of acting dishonourably. Later in 1919 "Revenge" went to the Mediterranean to support the Greeks in their war of Independence and also entered the Black Sea to assist the White Russian Army during the Crimea evacuation After Revenge, Choules joined 'Valiant" and in1923 the Carrier HMS Eagle in 1925, now a Leading Torpedoman he answered a call for volunteers to man the RAN and sailed for Australia. The RAN promptly sent him back to the UK for a course at HMS Vemon to become a TGM, he then joined HMAS Canberra in build, commissioning in July, 1928 then sailing for Australia. In 11931 Choules was briefly discharged from the RAN joining the Reserve and subsequently served at sea in the cruisers Canberra and Australia .He was recalled in 1932 as a CPO Torpedo Instructor and for 9 years trained recruits at the Training depot of HMAS Leeuwin in WA. In the Second World War, he became Chief Demolition Officer on the West Coast of Australia 11
In 1942 when it was feared the Japanese may invade Fremantle, Choules was given the task of preparing the demolition of the harbour facilities and the oil tanks. Also planned to sink with depth charges any ships which could not escape the invaders For 3 months in 1943-44 with a team of divers he was sent to Broome to clear the harbour of Flying Boat wrecks left by Japanese bombing these to be blown into pieces and subsequently sunk in deep water. At 50 with a 'Very Good ' character assessment in the Service and Efficiency as "Superior" he was obliged to leave the service but carried on for a further 5 years in the Dockyard Naval Police retiring in 1956. He settled in Safety Bay, W.A. bought a 20 foot boat and went Cray fishing for the next 10 years. Choules married Ethel Wildgoose from Lossiemouth, Scotland in 1926; they had 2 daughters and a son. Until he was 100 he cared for his ailing wife until she died at the age of 98. They had been happily married for 76 years! He has 38 direct descendants and used to reside at the Gracewood Hostel, where he had his 110th birthday in February 2011. Hope this is of interest to you all,. What a Grand Old Man!! All the Best from; Geoff Paice, Secretary, Perth W.A. Branch Inc.
22. A Memorial to, Royal Navy Boy Sailors - Killed in WW2 Jim Reed, a former Boy sailor who joined St Vincent in 1937, then saw plenty of action during the war, has taken up the mantle of getting “Boy Sailors” recognised by erecting a memorial in dedication of all those who lost their lives in enemy action.. The general outline of this project, is firstly to obtain permission from Portsmouth Cathedral to install a memorial naming the 534 RN Boy Sailors who lost their lives and then help fundraising to fund for the project. To enable the project to move forward he needs to obtain funding, and asks all those who can help in any way, or would like to become, involved, please contact him; Jim Reed, 10 Cheltenham Gardens, Hedge End, Southampton, Hants, SO30 2UR Tel 01489 780012
23. BBC Coast: Tattoos The BBC programme ‘Coast’ is planning to do a feature on the history of tattoos. At the moment we are thinking that filming might take place in Portsmouth, and we would be happy to transport people to this location for filming if they were the right contributor and would be happy to travel. I'm looking to talk to some tattooed sailors, old and young, who'd be happy to talk to me about their tattoos, experiences of getting them, and where they had them done. It would be great if you could instruct anyone who might be interested in talking to me to contact me direct on either 0121 567 6260 or 07881 853 921, or on this email address. I will of course be happy to call people back. Alternatively, if people are happier to contact their branch of the RNA and come through them, then I am happy to work this way too - though I'm sure the former will be simpler. 12
We're planning to film this item in mid-June, so people will need to be available then, and the sooner I can start speaking to people the better really. I look forward to hearing from some tattooed sporting seamen very soon! Rowan Crawford Coast BBC Vision, Level 10, The Mailbox, Birmingham, B1 1RF Tel: +44 (0)121 567 6260 Mob: +44 (0)7881 853 921 rowan.crawford@bbc.co.uk
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ď ?Hosanna House
Please consider supporting the RNA contribution to the Hosanna House pilgrimage to Lourdes. Contact Shipmate Andy McDonald on 01756 818531 or admcd@talktalk.net.
25 ď ?Falmouth Sea Sunday RNA Falmouth Branch would like to invite you to the Sea Sunday Parade on 17 July 11. This is one of the main events of the year and is a high profile event. Programme is: 1020 Parade muster on The Moor, Falmouth 1040 Parade march to Parish Church of King Charles the Martyr 1100 Church Service 1200 March to Events Square o/c Reception at the Learning Centre, National Maritime Museum. Contact Ron Burdekin on 01326 221851 or ronburdekin@yahoo.com
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Welfare RNA Welfare Seminar Report -HMS Nelson 16 April 2011. The Royal Naval Association held its Welfare Seminar in the WO’s SR’s Mess HMS Nelson on Saturday the 16 April 2011. There were 52 attendees and 5 speakers, the seminar started at 1000 (4 bells in the forenoon watch) and finished at 1500 (6 bells in the afternoon watch), with a break for lunch at half time. Royal Naval Benevolent Trust were the first speakers and Corinne Day ably took us on a power-point visual guided tour of the RNBT and what it can do for you. The Jewel in RNBT’s Crown is Pembroke House which is a Residential Care Home situated in Gillingham and is home to 50 residents. Most of the residents are self reliant and there for the longer stay, but there is a facility for a number of nursing beds. Many questions were asked about benevolence and Philip Shuttleworth MBE the Vice President of RNBT was on hand to answer them, stating that almost 4000 cases are almonised each year by RNBT’s grants committee, with an average grant of about £510.00. Wendy Scott and Marian Aspland’s presentation was on the Citizens Advice Bureau where they both work in the Gosport office. They covered many topics such as debt, social housing, mental health, money matters, benefits and many others. One of the main topics was debt and how much is owed by society, but with a careful debt management plan and support from CAB these obstacles can be overcome. Their main message was to seek advice, act swiftly and do not let the problems grow out of control. Be decisive in your actions and it will save yourself a lot of heartache, and possibly save your home as well. Community Network project worker, Jennifer Reiter gave a very interesting presentation and was well received. Community Group is where a facilitator sets up a conference call to about 8 people for them to talk to each other on any subject for about an hour every two weeks, at no cost to any of those taking part. This helps alleviates some of the loneliness of those who are housebound or sociably inactive. There was a sound suggestion that these” Groups” be given ships names to enhance their appeal, and this was well received by most of the audience. Kevin Palin from Service Personnel Veterans Agency was our last speaker who stole the show with his light-hearted but very informative and pertinent information. His main topic was Pensions and how to apply for the myriad of benefits associated with pensions and how to reapply for deterioration of health to enhance present pensions. He made us aware of how the system works and how to ensure that you get the right advice enabling you to claim the correct allowance/benefits. In essence he said to use the Government approved websites and SPVA to obtain the correct forms and if you are at all unsure when completing them, then ask an SPVA operative to help you. The SPVA telephone number is; 0800 169 2277 The Directgov website has a user friendly “Benefits Checker System” for the general public if they want to know what benefits they might be entitled to; benefits-adviser.direct.gov.uk Just follow the on-screen instructions to see if you are eligible for any of the 27 benefits listed!
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Shortcast HMS Euryalus Association: 4 June 2011 AGM and Reunion Dinner to be held at the Rutland Square Hotel, Nottingham. Ring the hotel on 0115 941 1114 quoting 64968 or contact Barbara Cotton: 01386 438434. HMS Blackcap (RNAS Stretton) Sunday June 5 2011 There will be an annual Service of Commemoration at St. Cross Church Appleton Thorn Warrington on Sunday June 5 at 1200hrs all welcome. Further details from S/M Arthur Gardner 27 Beamish Close Appleton WARRINGTON Cheshire WA4 5RJ ; Tele 01925 604431" Federation of Old Comrades Annual Parade: 5 June 2011 The 151st Annual Parade is being held on Sunday 5th June. There will be a wreath laying ceremony at 1030 hrs followed by a march from the Royal Exchange, London to the Hon. Artillery Barracks, Moorgate. This is followed by a service and then a luncheon (with wine) for £16.50. Eating is not mandatory. The inspecting officer is a Vice Admiral so it would be nice to have some RNA Standards on parade. If interested and wishing to dine please contact Alan Peatling: 01376 514761 or alanpeatling@yahoo.co.uk alternatively, for the parade and service only, just turn up on the day. “Grenville 23 Mess”, HMS Ganges, 14 Recruitment 1958 Reunion- 10 June 2011 A reunion for the boys who joined HMS Ganges on June 10, 1958 and lived in Grenville 23 Mess, will take place at Chatham on June 10. Anyone who lived in that mess at the time is very welcome to attend. Please contact Bill Rosewell: billrosewell@btinternet.com HMS Liverpool Association Reunion: 11 June 2011 The 28th reunion takes place at the GIs Association, Whale Island, mustering at 1200hrs. Our association is made up of those who served on the Cruiser and the Type 42 Destroyer and new members are always welcome. For more information and membership details contact John Parker: j.parker51@btinternet.com HMS Hecla Gulf Deployment 1990 Reunion: 17-19 June 2011 A reunion is being planned for June 17 to 19. Please contact Colin Bodenham: cbodz@sky.com so that an idea of numbers can be gained. Alternatively, you can search Facebook for HMS Hecla Reunion. The Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day Saturday 18 June 2011 The Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day this year will be held on Saturday 18th June, a week earlier than the National Day. The Day will be held on Ryde Esplanade & Seafront. L/Cpl Johnson Beharry VC will be leading the March, followed by a group of Chelsea Pensioners and members of the Provo Marshall Unit. Also marching will be a party from the War Widows Association. A free Buffet Lunch is provided for those on Parade plus Spouses/Carers etc Further details can be obtained from the Parade Marshall, S/M Mike North, Hon Sec IOW Branch. Tel 01983 812184 or email mnorth2@btopenworld.com. 15
HMS Belfast Reunion: 18-19 June 2011 A 50th Anniversary reunion of the 1961-1962 commission is being held aboard HMS Belfast 1819 June. Contact Tom Liddiard, Mansfield Branch. Armed Forces Day at Staple Hill: 25 June 2011 There will be an Armed Forces Day parade and events at Staple Hill. These are being jointly organised by the South Gloucestershire Council, The Royal British Legion Staple Hill and District Branch and Kingswood and Hanham Branch. Greenwich Borough Council Sat 25 June- Armed Forces Day Has teamed up for a second year with the military to hold a combined Great Get Together (community event) and Armed Forces Day. This event will take place on the Royal Artillery Barracks sports fields, Repository Road, Woolwich, SE18 4BB. For more information please contact, Maj GW Porter | 2IC | CVHQ RA & HQ Woolwich Stn | RA Bks, Woolwich SE18 4BB | Babacombe Downs-Torquay-Armed Forces Day- Sun 26 June 2011 The Armed Forces Day includes a full programme of events and displays including a Parade and March at 1300hrs with the Royal Marines Band , please come along and support. Armed Forces Day at Bognor Regis: 26 June 2011 To be held at the Waterloo Square, the Pier area and beach of Bognor Regis from 10am on the 26th June. The theme of the event is honouring Britain’s Armed Forces Past, Present and Future. Please contact the Secretary for more information, S/M J Peskett on 01243 865974 D-Boats Association Reunion: 2-3 July 2011 The annual reunion will take place in the WO, SR & SNCOs Mess, HMS Nelson. The salute will be taken by a CO from one of the new type 45s. After the march past, tot time and lunch in the mess with invited guests. Further details on the reunion or how to join the Association can be obtained from Mike Smith: dboats@tiscali.co.uk or visit the website: http://www.d-boats.co.uk/
Worthing RNA
Sea Sunday 3rd July 2011
'Worthing RNA are having their Sea Sunday on the 3rd of July 2011. Muster at Splash Point Worthing, 1430hrs, for a short march to pier followed by a short service at Pier Head. Refreshments will be available at Denton Lounge. If you are interested please contact; S/M Joe Pannett, Hon Secretary, 01273 273139 Gosport RNA – Branch visit – 16 July Gosport Branch have a branch visit, food, tot and other stuff. Contact Jack Wyld the Branch Sec on MWS-WTG-UWPAIO1@NRTA.MOD.UK
Maidstone R.N.A Annual Sea Service- Sunday 17h July 2011 The above service will take place at Aylesford on Sunday 17h July 2011 mustering from 1400hrs for a 1445 start at Aylesford Community Centre Forstal Road or ME20 7AU.
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Standards will be paraded through Aylesford to the Church for the rededication service and return March Past our principle guest will take the salute also in attendance will be the Mayor and Mayoress of Tunbridge and Malling. The cost will be £5.00 per ticket for buffet and entertainment Standard Bearers will be free, if Branches would confirm numbers wishing to attend and ticket requirements, tickets will be sent on receipt of payment. Regulars please take note of time changes for this year. All applications for tickets should be sent to the Secretary:S/M John Cooper ,10 Froyle Close Maidstone Kent ME16 0RQ Tel;1622 675895 or email at; john.cooper.773@btinternet.com Falmouth Sea Sunday, 17 July, 2011. Whilst the parade will consist predominantly of naval and military personnel, veterans’ and youth organisations and Civic dignitaries, we stress that it is not confined entirely to these groups; all who have an association with, or an affiliation to the sea or seafaring are invited to join with us, either participating or attending the church service and the Parade. 1020-12.15- Parade. A reception will be held in the Learning Centre, National Maritime Museum for participants in the parade and invited guests. If you would wish to attend then please contact; Ron Burdekin, Hon. Secretary, Falmouth Branch, Tel-01326 221851 ronburdekin@yahoo.com RNA Littlehampton-Sea Sunday 17 July 2011 Littlehampton RNA invite your Standard Bearers and Ships Company to join them on a March along the Promenade at Littlehampton. Meet at the East Green car park at 1300 by the East Beach cafe. Refreshments for those who take part will be in the Maltravers Social Club. For those that are interested please contact ; Harry Fox on 01903 739361 or email; harry.fox@btinternet.com Littlehampton Sea Sunday: 17 July 2011 Meeting at 1300 in Norfolk Road car park. March to River Arun and cast wreaths followed by a club buffet. For more information contact the secretary. HMS CERES Reunion: 12-14 August 2011 The Ceres Reunion will take place between the 12-14 August in the Crown Hotel Harrogate, if you are interested in attending then please contact - Richard Knight on 01937 581404 for more details. HMS Jamaica – Reunion 16 to 18 September The HMS Jamaica Association annual reunion will be held in Great Yarmouth. Please contact Bill Dancey on 01558685386 S58 Class Reunion: 17 September 2011 Calling all members of S58 Class. To commemorate the 45th anniversary of our joining the Royal Navy in September 1966, a reunion is to be held on September 17 in Portsmouth. Those interested please contact Colin Stokes: colinstokes@btinternet.com CT/Special Communications Unit Reunion: 22 September 2011 17
The CT Reunion to be held in the WO & Sgt's Mess, Ayios Nikolaos, Cyprus on the evening of September 22. Final details and price to be agreed soon. The evening will include an informal buffet. Wives and partners will be welcome. Accommodation to be arranged individually by attendees. Anyone desiring to attend please contact Eddie Clamp: edward.clamp@btinternet.com HMS Invincible Communications Association (Falklands) 82 Reunion: 23-25 September 2011 Annual Reunion to be held in Bournemouth. For details contact Tim Jenkins: g0nz0bign0se@aol.com or see the website: www.freewebs.com/hica82 847 NAS (1969-1971) Reunion: 23-25 September 2011This will take place at the Bosworth Hall Hotel from September 23 to 25, 2011. For more details contact Cliff Jones: cliff.jones48@googlemail.com HMS Churchill Reunion: 24 September 2011 The 7th Reunion Dinner Dance takes place on September 24 at the Queens Hotel, Chester. The fee is £40 per person and rooms can be booked direct. For more details contact Andrew Broadbelt: andybroadbelt@talktalk.net or visit the website: www.hmschurchill.co.uk HMS Alert 1961-63 Commission Reunion: 1 October 2011 The next reunion muster, which will be the 50th anniversary of the commission, and will be held at 7.30pm on October 1 at The Angel Hotel, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. Enquiries to R Howard MBE: robert.howard403@ntlworld.com HMS Ajax and River Plate Veterans Association Reunion: 5-6 October 2011 46th Annual reunion will be held at the King Charles Hotel, Gillingham, Kent. Open to all who served in the cruiser 1937- 48 or frigate 1963 - 84 or relatives of those who did so. For further details please contact Malcolm Collis: malcolm.collis@googlemail.com HMS Tartar Association Reunion: 7-8 October 2011 8th Reunion and AGM at The Red Lea Hotel. All former members of HMS Tartar F133 and her WWII predecessor and their spouses are most welcome to join us for a great weekend. Numbers have increased at every reunion, so make the effort, you will be guaranteed a warm welcome. For further details please contact: Keith Helliwell: k.helliwell@hotmail.co.uk HMS Morecambe Bay Association Reunion: 14-16 October Reunion at the Inglewood Hotel, Torquay. All Bay Class frigate men are welcome. Contact the secretary on ;01824 388075 FAA Safety Equipment & Survival Association Reunion: 14-16 October Reunion to be held at Bosworth Hall Hotel, Market Bosworth,Leicestershire. Please contact Secretary Gordon ‘Pixie’ Parks: gordon.parkes7@virginmedia.com RNA Plymouth: 14-17 October 2011 9th Biennial Trafalgar Weekend will be held at the Sefton Hotel, Babbacombe 14-17th October 2011. 3 days £110, 2 days £75. Details from Sue Gutteridge, Plymouth Social Secretary (01752) 849176. Email suzannegutteridge@ymail.com 18
HMS Naiad Reunion: 21 October 2011 Reunion being held on 21st Oct 2011 in Chatham. Please see website www.hmsnaiad.co.uk for details or call 07833948080. 822 Royal Marine Recruit Squad Reunion: 21-13 October 2011 A 4th reunion for the Squad (formed January 1965) is planned at the Barcelo Imperial Hotel, Blackpool. At present there are 17 squad members "signed up" including 12 who are attending with their respective spouses. Are there any more "822ers" out there? If so contact Bill Wood: wjw1947@sky.com RNA Wansbeck & District-Trafalgar Dinner and Dance 22 October 2011 The Trafalgar Dinner and dance will be held in the Stakeford &Bomarsund Welfare Centre Stakeford, Chopington, NE62 5UB between 1830-2330. Tickets £18 each All those wishing to attend please contact George Kirsopp on 01670 816562 or Ken Walton on 01670 852764-email-kerna@live.com HMS Lowestoft Reunion: 28-29 October 2011 To commemorate the 50th anniversary of the first commissioning a reunion has been arranged to take place at Chatham on 28/29 October. All who served in HMS Lowestoft during her 25 years in service (1961-1986) are welcome to attend. For further details please contact Ian Mckenzie: ian.mackenzie480@virgin.net or visit the website: www.sabie.co.uk/lowestoft/home HMS Llandaff Annual Reunion: 28-31 October 2011 All ex Llandaff crew members, family and friends are welcome to attend a reunion at the Britannia Airport Hotel, Ponteland, Newcastle Upon Tyne. For more information contact Ken Rutherford: kenneth.rutherford1@ntlworld.com HMS Cavalier 1970-72 Commission Reunion: 4-6 November 2011 Reunion at The King Charles Hotel. It would be nice if family members and friends can also join us on this occasion. A booking form is available from the hotel: info@kingcharleshotel.co.uk 01634 830303. Please also let David Thompson know your interest so that he can gauge numbers: gungobby@btinternet.com
HMS Pembroke F/Chief & CPO’s Mess Reunion November 4-6 2011 The reunion takes place at the Cumberland Hotel, East Overcliffe Drive, Bournemouth BA1 3AF from 4-6 Nov. .Please book direct with Hana Smith on 01202 298350.
HMS Albion 1962/64 Commission Reunion-5 November 2011 The “Old Grey Ghost’s” 12th reunion is to be held on November 5 at the Royal Beach Hotel, Southsea, Portsmouth. Contact Keith Ridley Tel 014 8081 0848 or email him at hmsalbion@hotmail.com HMS Prince of Wales & HMS Repulse survivors association 10 Dec 2011 For further information please contact the association secretary, Hannah Rickard, 19 Crossways, South Croydon, Surrey, CR2 8JP or telephone 0208 657 3915. 19
Contact can also be made vie the website www.forcez-survivors.org.uk
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ď ? HMS ANTELOPE 30th Reunion -26 May 2012 Anyone interested please contact Dorothy Benn-Hon Sec-Stroud Branch 01453-757 984 dorothybenn@yahoo.co.uk
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RNA Longcast 3 June 4 June 7 June 10 June 10-12 June 16 June 17 June 18 June 18 June 22 June 23 – 29 June 25-26 June 30 June 11-29 July 17 July 17 July 27 July – 15 Aug 29 July 30 July 1 Aug 13 August 1 Sept 20 August 5 -18 Sept 10 September 11 September 11 September 16 September 7-10 Oct 12 October 13 Oct 14-17 October 15 Oct 18-19 Oct 21 October 27 October 29 Oct 5 November 5 November 5 November 10 November 13 November 15 November 19 Nov 26 November 25-27 November 3 December 23- 3 Jan 12
Pusser’s Rum presentation HMS VICTORY (GS) HMS COLLINGWOOD Open Day IEST meeting (GS) AMC/FAC and National Council (Plymouth) RNA Conference – Plymouth RNA presentation to CO Desig course Interviews for new AGS(Marketing, Events and Comms) Stirling RNA Parade (National Standard) The Isle of Wight Armed Forces Day RNA Hull Dinner (DNP) GS leave Armed Forces Days Peregrine Trophy – Trinity House Nigel on leave Falmouth RNA Sea Sunday parade (GS) Littlehampton Sea Sunday march GS on leave AMC AMC Rule Review RNA presentation to EWO course (Nigel) 2 Area meeting (UJC) WRNS Association move into Semaphore Tower FAC Michelle on leave National Council (UJC - London) Biennial Parade in Whitehall (First Sea Lord) Bridgewater RNA dedicating new Standard at St Mary’s Church HQ Open Day Frigate Association-Re-union, Reel Lea Hotel- Scarborough Annual National Service for Seafarers – St Pauls RN CEO meeting (GS) RNA Plymouth 9th Biennial Trafalgar Weekend Ferndown Trafalgar Dinner (GS) MCFG Conference (GS) Driffield Trafalgar dinner (GS) COBSEO AGM (GS) Wigston Branch Traf dinner (GS) AMC Selsey Trafalgar Dinner (GS) 2 Area meeting (UJC) Field of Remembrance Westminster Abbey (NP, NCh, GS) Cenotaph Parade – RNA squad RNA Budget and audit planning meeting Plymouth Branch annual dinner (GS) FAC Portsmouth Dockyard’s Victorian festival of Christmas National Council (Portsmouth) HQ closed for Christmas and New Year
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Ship’s Office Pusser’s Rum Competition Outrageous dits concerning rum related fun may be entered for a prize of blue label Pussers Rum. Entries to: The General Secretary at Room 209, Semaphore Tower, PP70, HMNB, Portsmouth PO1 3LT.
Congratulations ! The winner of the Pusser’s Rum competition is S/M J R L Twigg from Rugby, RMA who has receive a bottle of Pussers Rum for his endeavours !! The winning Poem ! . Pussers Percy Have you heard of the Matelot called; Percy Who was born to sail on the brine When home he wasn’t too happy: But! There on the seas he was fine! The ships he sailed were both large and small Some with dinghies, tied on at the rear His forte was setting depth charges For; Percy was born without fear. He sailed far and wide passed those tropical isles As he dreamt of the maidens on shore His salvation he found was his ration of rum And wished they would give him some more ! Percy served many years thro’ blood ,sweat and tears Then one day his service was up The Admiral said “What a fine record” Have a full “Neater’s “ to Sup ! God Bless the Queen ! Old Percy cried out Then he downed his Pussers in One For that was the lifeblood of Matelot’s “What a shame it still isn’t done ! By, JRL Twigg. RM
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Area and Branch Updates Area Scotland
Branch Edinburgh
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Rugby
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Bolton Branch
Scotland
West Lothian
Abroad
Perth WA
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Gosport Branch
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Knowle
Change Hon Sec New Phone no 0131 669 2294 Branch now meets on the LAST Thursday of each month Please note; Hon Sec Jane Webster’s address is 35, Sedlescombe Park, Rugby, CV22 6HL. Tel; 01788 810211 e-mail address; ejane@lilley2..plus.com Change of Secretary at Bolton Branch RNA S/M Jean Stroud-Mort; Her address is; 246 Darwen Road Bromley Cross Bolton BL7 9QJ email; jeanstroud-mort@hotmail.co.uk Now meet in the RBL Bathgate on the 3rd Sunday each month at 1100 Now meet in Belmont RSL, 22 Leake Street, Belmont WA 6104 New Secretary is Ross (Jack) Wyld, just taken over UWTE HMS Collingwood Newgate Lane Fareham, Hants, PO14 1AS Telephone: +44 (0)1329 333562 Military: 93 825 3562 E-mail: mws-wtg-uwpaio1@nrta.mod.uk Please send correspondence for the Branch sec to S/M Barbara Wood 268, Old Lode Lane, Solihull B92 8NQ
ARMED FORCES DAY JUNE 25TH. Shipmates,
The yearly “Armed Forces Day” June 25th is just round the corner and we are pleased to say the Parade this year will be held in Lossiemouth and organised by the Moray Council. We at the Royal Naval Association with the help of the Royal British Legion and Royal Air Force Association are holding a Dance at night with the popular “BUCC BAND “ and tickets are only £5.00. Proceeds after expenses will go to two Service Charities. Every dance must have a RAFFLE and we are hoping to hold a “SUPER RAFFLE” with all proceeds once again going to Forces Charities. We are asking could you please Donate A PRIZE for a worthy cause. Should you wish to Donate we would be pleased to collect otherwise please leave at the R.N.A. Club for my attention, This year we are very much involved as our RAF Personnel have just returned from Afghanistan after their tour of duty and another Squadron have just gone out there. Finally on behalf of us all may I ask you to support this worthy cause in whatever way you can also please feel Welcome to join us on the night at the Dance. Thank you in anticipation for your support. Yours Sincerely, Tony Stowe ( Hon Sec Lossiemouth). 23
ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE 2011 IN THE CITY OF PLYMOUTH –
Conference Daily Orders Friday 10 June 2011
0730
Daily Briefing- Hotel Foyer-(Review and allocate daily tasks)-HQ /Plymouth Branch 0900-1200 FAC Meeting- Holiday Inn (Tamar room) 0900-1200 AMC Meeting Holiday Inn (Syndicate Room) 1200-1300 NC Lunch Holiday Inn 1300-1700 NC Meeting-Holiday Inn (Syndicate Room) 1300 -1730 Set up Guildhall-SOC- HQ Staff &Plymouth RNA stewards 1600 Final Sound check and ensure Guildhall is ready for conference 1820 1st Coach for the Welcome Buffet leaves Camel head gate. Coaches will take all members from Camels Head Gate to the WO’s Senior Rates Mess, and return after event. 1830 Mrs Michelle Bainbridge at Holiday Inn Foyer to co-ordinate taxis for NC & Advisors 1905 National President arrives at SRs Mess HMS Drake 1910 National President hosts pre-dinner drinks 1930-2230 Presidents Dinner HMS Drake (Lounge Suits) 1930 -2359 Welcome buffet and entertainment in the Senior Rates Mess HMS Drake O/C Presidents Dinner Party to join up with the Welcome Buffett 2200 1st Coach to Camels Head,- on stream thereafter, and taxis will be on hand to ferry you all home. Notes • Welcome Buffet - Entry is through Camels Head Gate by Coach only If your name is not on the List of those attending the function you will not be allowed entry into HMS Drake. There is no provision for cars to enter the base, parking is allocated outside the base. •
Co-ordinated Rum issue about 2130 with Presidents dinner party
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Presidents Dinner Party, entry through HMS Drake Main Gate only
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Conference Daily Orders Saturday 11 June 2011 0730 0800 0810 0830 0915 0920 0930 0935 0945 0955 1000 1010
HQ Staff Daily Briefing- Hotel Foyer- Review and allocate daily tasks Guildhall opens for final set-up. SOC +HQ Party+ Plymouth RNA Stewards to the Guildhall. Guildhall open for delegates and observers National Council to the Guildhall National President arrives at Guildhall Admiral David Steel CBE and the Lord Mayor of Plymouth arrive at the Guildhall and are met by the National President Lord Mayor and Admiral Steel introduced to RNA National Council, Chairman of Plymouth branch by the General Secretary in the Upper bar. Delegates and Observers to be seated in the Guild Hall. VIPs and National President move to main hall. Bugler sounds the Alert, March on RNA Standard (RNA National Standard Bearer) (Heart of Oak) Prayers by The Reverend Scott J Brown QHC (Chaplain of the Fleet and Hon Chaplain to the RNA). Silent tribute in memory of Shipmates who have Crossed the Bar, Last Post and Reveille (Bugler)
O/C O/O
The National President publicly welcomes the Mayor and Naval Secretary The Mayor opens the Conference.
O/C
Admiral David Steel CBE addresses Conference and the General Secretary reads the Loyal message from Her Majesty The Queen and other Association.
O/C
O/C
Presentations of gifts to Admiral Steel and Mayor of Plymouth by the National President Mayor of Plymouth and Admiral Steel depart. Award of Trophies by the National President Conference proceeds in accordance with the Agenda. Conference breaks for lunch Resume Conference –Draw Raffle Conference ends, “March Off” the National Standard - National Standard Bearer, (National Anthem, Under the White Ensign). SOC, Plymouth Branch stewards and HQ staff clean tidy Guildhall.
1715
All must be clear of Guildhall.
1830 1820
Mrs Bainbridge at Holiday Inn to co-ordinate taxis for NC & Advisors 1st Coach for the Gala Dinner-Coaches will take members from Camels Head Gate to the WO’s Senior Rates Mess, and return after event
1930-2300
Sit Down-Conference Gala Dinner in Senior Rates Mess HMS Drake (Rig Lounge Suit, RNA blazer) 1st Coach to Camels Head-Gate - on stream thereafter and taxis will be on hand to ferry you all home.
1045 O/C O/C 1300 1400 1630
2200
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Notes •
Delegates and observers are requested to take their branch membership campaign boxes at the Guildhall
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Gala Dinner - Entry is through Camels Head Gate only, by coach. There is no provision for private cars to enter HMS Drake, parking is allocated outside the base.
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If your name is not on the List of those attending the Gala Dinner you will not be allowed entry into to HMS Drake.
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There is no Top Table at the Gala Dinner-but there is a seating plan, by Branch
Useful Numbers General Secretary Paul Gen Sec Asst Philip Gen Sec Asst Nigel Holiday Inn Reception Guild Hall Dave Walsh Guild Hall Reception HMS Drake Senior Rates Mess
07850 646755 07767 253721 07598 796102 01752 639988 01752 307963 01752 307764 01752 555904
Plymouth Branch RNA Hon Sec -Arthur Gutteridge Social Sec –Suzanne Gutteridge Branch Ceremonial Officer- Jim Paterson
01752-849 176 01752-849 176 01752 261646
Useful Taxi Numbers: 24/7 Taxi 01752 411010 Taxi Fast 01752 222222 Tower Taxi 01752 252525 AAA Taxi 01752 550777 Parking. There is ample parking in the Guildhall area with a large car park at the end of Royal Parade, Derry Cross (PL1 2SU). Disabled parking (limited places) are available on Princess Street and Guildhall Square. (PL1 2EW)
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Conference Daily Orders SUNDAY 12 June 2011
0800
HQ Staff Daily Briefing- Hotel Foyer- Review and allocate daily tasks
0900
SOC- Post conference wash-up meeting-Hotel Foyer (Nigel as Sec)
1015
Standard Bearers muster at St Andrews for Rehearsal.
1100
RNA Muster at St Andrews
1115
Church Service, at St Andrews Church including the Laying up of the Old National Standard, and the dedication of the New Standard.
O/C
RNA Muster outside of St Andrews In Whimple Street – (RNA Rig, medals to be worn) The Corps of Drums, National Standard, RN Guard, RNA Standards – March along Royal Parade and conduct an “Eyes Left” at the Dias (National President ) then continue the march to the Law Courts, halt and Left turn.(About 500 m)
O/C
Address by the National President of the RNA from the law Court steps.
1240
Move to “The Hoe” form up –and continue with the Act of Remembrance and the Blessing by the Chaplain of the Fleet. (Vice Admiral J H S McAnally CB LVO) will lay a wreath at the War memorial on behalf of the Royal Naval Association.
O/C O/C
Formal handover of National Ceremonial Advisor pace stick Post March, Farewell Buffet Lunch, Sandwiches will be available in the Guild Hall. (Pay on the Day) Final wash-up meeting at the Holiday Inn (HQ Staff & Plymouth Branch)
1530
Notes • Those not marching are encouraged to line Royal Parade, near the Dias, opposite St Andrews Main Door •
Medical cover by QARNNS on hand, Nurse-Leanne Perry & Nurse Daryl Newman
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The way to the Hoe is undulating and uphill, take care-Lots of Shipmates to help please.
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RNA HQ staff will be on hand (with radios) to help by the main door of St Andrews (wearing Hi Visibility jackets)
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Swinging the Lamp 1 June 1880
Redwing captured two Spanish vessels and destroyed another and a battery at Bolinia (south-west Spain)
2 June 1969
Installation of new Pay computer at Centurion, Gosport.
3 June 1953
HRH the Duke of Edinburgh, appointed Captain-General, Royal Marines.
4 June 1996
The first Anglican women priest in the Royal Navy, Revd Sally Theakston, appointed Assistant Chaplain at HMS Sultan.
5 June 1805
Helena captured the Spanish privateer Santa Leocadia, off Cork.
6 June 1855
The third bombardment of Sevastopol (continued until the 10th) Naval Brigade and Royal Artillery.
7 June 1761
Capture of “Bellisle” by Maj-Gen Studholme Hodgeson (Corps Memorable Date)
8 June 1550
First recorded use of Medway as a base for HM Ships.
9 June 2000
Kent, Type 23 Frigate, commissioned at Portsmouth. The first RN ship to be commissioned, in the twenty-first century.
10 June 1900
Boxer Rebellion threatened Peking-expeditionary force drawn from eight nations dispatched Capt EH Bayley in command of naval Brigade.
11 June 1730
First dinner, in the Painted Hall at Greenwich Hospital.
12 June 1794
Capt Nelson blinded in right eye besieging Calvi; “At present I can distinguish light from dark, but no object: it confined me one day when thank God I was able to do my duty.”
13 June 1943
Submarine Ultor bombarded the D/F station on Salina, Lipari Islands.
14 June 1982
Final assault on Port Stanley by 3 Commando Brigade and 5 Infantry Brigade with NGS from Active, Ambuscade, Avenger and Yarmouth.
15 June 1870
Swiftsure, launched at Palmers Jarrow. The last battleship to hoist sail during fleet operations, at sea.
16 June 1941
Swordfish of 815 Sqn, from Nicosia torpedoed and sank the French destroyer Chevalier Paul off the Turkish coast.
17 June 1755
James Cook, future Pacific explorer, entered the Navy.
18 June 1812
Hind, captured the French privateer Incomparable off Dodman Point.
19 June 2003
Albion, Capt peter Hudson RN, commissioned at Devonport by the Princess Royal
20 June 1774
John Day lost in the first submarine experiment in Plymouth Harbour. 28
21 June 1919
German High seas fleet scuttled at Scapa Flow. 11 battleships, 5 battleCruisers, 5 cruisers and 22 Destroyers sunk while 3 Cruisers and 18 destroyers beached.
22 June 1917
Observer officers to wear RNAS uniform with wings instead of eagles on their sleeves.
23 June 1800
Boats of Renown, Defence and Fisgard destroyed 3 batteries at Quimper
24 June 1869
Wearing of beards and moustaches sanctioned, but not one without the other.
25 June 1756
Foundation of the Marine Society to recruit men and boys for the Royal Navy: the oldest public maritime charity in existence.
26 June 1857
Queen Victoria held the first VC investiture in Hyde Park, twenty seven RN and RM recipients had been attached to Naval Brigades.
27 June 1734
First official recognition of the title Commodore as a temporary rank made by King George 2nd.
28 June 1888
Engineer Cadets introduced, to be trained at Keyham.
29 June 1800
Anson, escorting a convoy captured the Spanish, Gibraltar and Salvador in Gibraltar Strait.
30 June 1940
Enterprise took bullion from the bank of England to Canada� Operation Fish�. Enterprise was the fastest cruiser to carry a 6in twin turret.
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Jack Dusty’s Corner
Royal Naval Association Goods order form 2011 Send completed order form to; RNA HQ, Room 208, Semaphore Tower, Via PP 70 HM Naval Base, Portsmouth, PO1 3LT
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Tie Pin gilt finish L £1.50 ........ Tie Pin gilt finish F £1.50 ........ Tie Pin gilt finish A £1.50 ........ Lapel Badge L £2.00 ........ Lapel Badge F £2.00 ........ Lapel Badge A £2.00 ........ Lapel badge H £2.00 ........ Lapel badge COA £2.00 ........ Lapel Badge gilt finish L £2.00 ........ Lapel Badge gilt finish F £2.00 ........ Lapel Badge gilt finish A £2.00 ........ Miniature Lapel Badge F £1.50 ........ Miniature lapel Badge A £1.50 ........ Enamel Tie Pin L £1.50 ........ Enamel Tie Pin F £1.50 ........ Enamel Tie Pin A £1.50 ........ Enamel Lapel Badge Clutch back L £1.50 ........ Enamel Lapel Badge Clutch back A £1.50 ........ Standard bearer Ensign Badge £5.50 ........ Standard bearer Branch bar £2.50 ........ Standard bearer Area bar £2.50 ........ Blazer Button Large £1.10 ........ Blazer Button Small £1.10 ........ Blazer Badge L £12.00........ Blazer Badge F £12.00........ Blazer Badge A £12.00........ Blazer Badge H £12.00........ Blazer Badge COA £12.00........ Beret Badge £8.00 ........ RNA Tie £8.00 ........ RNA Tie clip on £8.00 ........ Alternative Tie £8.00 ........ Alternative Tie silk £16.50........ Pewter Pint tankard Traditional £22.50 Pewter Pint tankard Georgian £28.50 Pewter half Pt tankard Georgian £22.50 £22.50 Pewter 6 0z hip flask £22.50 Pewter 4 0z hip flask Pewter Quaich £22.50 Pewter round trinket box £16.50 All with engraved RNA crest.
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Marcasite Anchor brooch Marcasite Crown brooch Marcasite crown earrings Marcasite anchor earrings Cufflinks black enamel L/F/A
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Silver Anchor on chain Place cards (10 pack) Card RNA crest Standard bearer Certificate Standard bearer retiring Cert Guide to ceremonial booklet Serviettes (100 pack) Shirt Badges Car tax disc holder Pencils inscribed with RNA Ladies Headscarf Bowties Metal Car badge
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See the website or Diary for pictures of all the goods. Copies of the Royal Charter and rule book are in the 2009/10 Yearbook, or available on line.
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All existing members who have completed a Gift aid form in the past are respectfully requested to complete a new Gift Aid for to cover this tax year.
GIFT AID DECLARATION - ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION Title ..... Forename(s) ................................. Surname ................……………. Address ........................................................ (Branch...........................Area no; ---------) ........................................................ ........................................................ Post Code ............. I want the charity to treat my annual subscription and all donations I have made from the date of this declaration until I notify you otherwise as Gift Aid Donations. Signature:- .................................................. Date:- ................................................……… Notes 1. If your declaration covers donations you may make in the future: Please notify the charity if you change your name or address while the declaration is still in force. You can cancel the declaration at any time by notifying the charity - it will then not apply to donations you make on or after the date of cancellation or such later date as you specify. 2. You must pay an amount of income tax and/or capital gains tax at least equal to the tax that the charity reclaims on your donations in the tax year (currently 25p for each £1 you give). 3. If in the future your circumstances change and you no longer pay tax on your income and capital gains equal to the tax that the charity reclaims, you can cancel your declaration (see note 1). 4. If you pay tax at the higher rate you can claim further tax relief in your Self Assessment tax return. 5. If you are unsure whether your donations qualify for Gift Aid tax relief, ask the charity. Or you can ask you local tax office for leaflet IR113 Gift Aid.
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