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At the National Council Meeting on Saturday 6 December, I introduced and led a discussion on filling the post of General Secretary, noting that the current General Secretary’s contract expires on 31 March 2009. I sought the Council’s views on the option of offering the General Secretary a further contract.
The Council reviewed the General Secretary’s performance and a substantial majority expressed the view that he had achieved an enormous amount during his time in office and that his great contribution to the Association far outweighed anything to the contrary; furthermore, that his proven expertise would be extremely valuable in consolidating and progressing the Association’s position following the recent major changes, most of which he had initiated and implemented.
A motion to offer the General Secretary a new 2-year contract commencing 1 January 2009, was carried by 13 votes in favour with 2 votes against. The President did not vote.
I am very pleased to report that the General Secretary has accepted this offer.

D White MBE MSM
National Chairman