Our November meeting was a busy one. We had a very timely theme for our speaker. Janet Littler, talked to us about the work of SSAFA (Soldiers, Sailors and Airmen’s Families Association). This charitable organisation was founded in 1885 by Major James Gildea. Janet explained the many hardships that military employees and their families can face and the varied support that is given to ithem during and following their active service across the world.
A new charity to many of us, with impressively low overheads. WI made a donation and many members made personal donations. The competition for an armed service item was won by Irene Robinson with an interesting entry, including medals and other items.
This was followed by our Annual meeting – Pat shared our financial report, Chris presented a reminder of WI activities during 2026 and Jean presented her Presidents report and there were many thanks expressed – to the committee, subgroup leads, Melanie for the monthly newsletter and our members. Jean was re-elected as President for 2027.