tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26820129069045245982009-02-23T11:16:33.227ZWorking away in the City of Wells, Somerset....hopeflly for the greater good!!MOW633http://www.blogger.com/profile/03219915765410822612noreply@blogger.comBlogger126125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2682012906904524598.post-10380526795117608432007-10-15T20:37:00.000Z2007-10-15T20:39:00.856Z

Mayor’s DiarySadly, this is the last transmission from me as your Mayor. As the new Mayor has been installed, I've taken the opportunity to dash away for a holiday. I'm typing this at 4:30am on Sunday 20th May as I'm awaiting my flight from Gatwick to Corsica.It has been a great honour and privilege for me to serve you as your Mayor. Over the last 12 months I have notched up over 430 meetings,

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Final speech for 19th May 2007Good afternoon Ladies and Gentlemen.What an honour it has been, to be elected the 633rd Right Worshipful Mayor of Wells. I would like to thank all of those people, who have given me their personal and professional support since taking office.It is comforting to know everyone here today and many who are not; have helped and assisted me over the year.This year for me

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Final speech for 18th May 2007Good evening Ladies and Gentlemen.What an honour it has been, to be elected the 633rd Right Worshipful Mayor of Wells. I would like to thank all of those people, who have given me their personal and professional support since taking office.It is comforting to know everyone here today and many who are not; have helped and assisted me over the year.PAUSEI apologise now

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Mayor’s DiaryAfter this diary entry there will only be one left. I’m going have to have to think of something else to do on a Monday evening now.Over the past week I’ve attended 11 events, functions and meetings as your Mayor.On Tuesday, Wells Archery Club invited me along to one of their evenings at the Sports Ground. I had a great time. I managed to get all of my arrows onto the target and

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Mayor’s DiaryBy the time you’ve read this, I’ll be into my final 10 days as your Mayor. I’ve still got a cramped diary - some of which I’m going to have to do after my term has finished.Over the past week I’ve attended 8 events, functions and meetings as your Mayor.On Wednesday, my Chaplain and I visited Fletcher House to open a Summerhouse which had been kindly donated by a Gladys Townley. It

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Over the past week I’ve attended 7 events, functions and meetings as your Mayor.On Tuesday alongside the Carnival Princess, I gave several cheques to local organisations raised from last year’s carnival. The Carnival Princess very much enjoyed handing out so much money. Well done to Wells Carnival Committee for raising the money.Wednesday saw two events. First, my Chaplain and I attended the

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Today I spent the morning in Pickwicks. This afternoon I took a half day!!Int he afternoon, I updated my diary in the Town Hall. This was good as there is much still to do over the next couple of weeks. Only have until 19th May to do my thing!!At 1900hrs I attended the Wells Carnival cheque presentation evening. this was the money that was raise at our night time carnival (held every year).

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On friday my Chaplain and I attended the West Mendip Opportunity Group auction. It was a great evening.I brought a table top football game and a massage! Sadly when I got the ticket for the massage, I found out it was for ladies only!!! tut....was looking forward to that!Anyway, had a great evening - which raised about £1500!! Embarrassing part of the evening was me forgetting the organiser's

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By the time you have read this my nephew will have had his first birthday. Can’t believe it was a year ago that we as a family first saw him. Although I’m not able to be there for his birthday, I hope to see him quite soon. Every time I see him, he has changed so much.Over the past week I’ve attended 4 events, functions and meetings as your Mayor.Most of my engagements this week were taken up

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Today was a busy day in Pickwicks and for me as Mayor.At 1100hrs I hosted a visit by the Wookey Primary School. The children had just visited the Cathedral. When they arrived we had a photo for the local paper. Then it was up to the Mayor's Parlour.First to make a presentation was the City Archivist. He showed all the children our Royal charters. We had to do this first as they were all about

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Monday was a quiet day in Pickwicks as it was the first day after the Easter holidays.In the evening I hosted a reception for Wells Conservative Branch. We had an excellent evening.This is the first of a trio of events. The Labour and Liberal Democrat parties will also be attending a reception after the local elections.

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Update for the weekend...The whole weekend was wonderfully hot in Wells. This meant that a lot of people were taking advantage of the Easter holiday and BBQ's!!On Friday night I joined four friends for dinner in The Strode Arms in Cranmore. We had a wonderful meal, which we always have when visiting there.On Saturday, after a gentile day at work (the Grand National didn't help), went out for

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Only five more weeks to go until the end of my year and loads more to see and do.One of my last major events will be the 1940’s night on 11th May. The event is a fundraiser for one of my charities, the RUH CT Scanner Appeal. Tickets can be obtained from ‘Sense’ on 01749 670121.Over the past week I’ve attended 3 events, functions and meetings as your Mayor.Wednesday at noon was the cut off for

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Had a very busy day in Pickwicks on Wednesday. It was market day here in sunny (and very warm Wells).After work, I met with Rev. Peter Farrell (St. Cuthbert's Church) and Lavinia Byrne (my Chaplain). The meeting was to decide on the order of service for my 'Thanksgiving Service' on 22nd April 2007.The service is to celebrate Wells and all those who keep it running! Both Lavinia and Peter are

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Tuesday went quite fast in Pickwicks. We had a good day trading as well as getting loads of other bits done!!Half way through the day, I was able to pop into the Town Hall to update my diary for the coming weeks ahead.I learnt who was standing for the City Council. All four candidates for the 'Central Ward' will be elected unopposed. Those standing in St. Cuthberts Ward and St. Thomas' Ward

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Went into Pickwicks for the first couple of hours. Felt a bit tired after the 'Pink Gin' introduction the night before!!Anyway at midday I went to the Sherston Inn to open their charity Garden Party. It was a fantastic afternoon with loads going on.Every age group was catered for, including bouncy castles and face painting. Live music was playing in the background.It was a well organised day -

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I had a really nice weekend...despite working in Pickwicks. It was a good Easter weekend!On Saturday, trade was very good and it was full on as usual.In the evening we had Nathan Truckle's leaving party. We started off with drinks in the Mayor's Parlour. About 12 members of staff came along. I gave them a brief tour of the Town Hall too (lucky people)!!After the Parlour we had a couple of

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Blog updated on Good Friday!!At least I'm trying to keep up to date with it all. Had a reasonable day in Pickwicks. We had some very nice weather, which meant the City Centre was rather quiet.We opened for 'Sunday' hours which is 1000hrs until 1600hrs. Ho hum.... can't win them all! Anyway, I suspect the Saturday and Bank Holiday Monday trade will be busy.Last night (Thursday 5th April 2007)

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Well spring is definitely here. The weather is improving and people are wearing short sleeved shirts and shorts. As you approach the City, many of the flowers are blooming, which gives our visitors a wonderful sense of Wells as they arrive.This week is Easter and the long holiday (even longer for those at school). For the record I don’t really ‘do’ chocolate, so my eggs are put into my fridge

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Had a very good day's trading today. Wasn't expecting it to be as busy! Everyone worked well as a team, especially the new chaps!!At mid day today, the close of nominations for the local elections meant that it was too late for any more candidates to throw their hat into the ring. All the seats in Mendip are being contested.In St Thomas ward there will only be Conservative and Lib Dem

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Tuesday was a sad day in Pickwicks. It was the day of Ann Wain's funeral.The cafe opened at 0800hrs and usual, but closed between 1000hrs and 1400hrs. This was to allow everyone to attend.The funeral was held in Wookey Hole in their splendid church. There was only standing room. It was nice to meet her nieces.The service was very Ann. Connie, one of Ann's closest and dearest friends gave a

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On Monday we had the first day of the school Easter holidays! Wasn't that busy trade wise... Had two new people start. One for the coffee machine and the other for washing up.During the morning I hosted the inaugural meeting of the Mendip Ladies Group. This is basically a breakaway WI!!Sue Drew, one of the organisers, laid on the drinks which included bucks fizz. I gave the ladies a talk

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I know....I know.... no one will read the blog if I don't keep it up to date!!!I've have been really busy over the past week!!Anyway, as a catch up....On Friday the Mayoress and I attended the Wells Cathedral School Symphonic Journey - which is an Easter concert put on by the school.As usual, it was superb! It encouraged me to join the Wells Concert Friends. This means you get advanced notice

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On Wednesday I took half day from Pickwicks.... having loads of time off this week!! Although most of it to be fair is doing my Mayoral role....which is work before certain people say anything!!Spent the afternoon hosting three presentations in the Mayor's Parlour for the Southampton branch of the John Lewis Coffee Club. Basically this is a group of retired John Lewis employees from the old

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I actually got the whole day off on Tuesday!! Haven't had a day off during the week for a while. Believe me, I needed a break!!Had a fantastic lie in until about 1100hrs. Was then woken by a call from a mate of mine, Simon Selby, reminding me about meeting for lunch.So we went for our customary lunchtime curry. Normally, I'd have a madras strength dish....however at lunchtime - I go for mild!

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