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Nominations for positions on the District Executive, 2014-2015, closed at noon on 2nd November. The following nominations were received:
Assistant Governor
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Lindsay Craig, Rotary Club of Currie Balerno
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Theresa Douglas, Rotary Club of Livingston
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Ian Jess, Rotary Club of Dumfries
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Elaine O'Brien, Rotary Club of Dunbar
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Johanna Pawley, Rotary Club of Eyemouth and District
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Agnes Ritchie, Rotary Club of Bathgate
District Secretary
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Thom Riddell, Rotary Club of Linlithgow Grange
District Treasurer
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Brian Wilson, Rotary Club of Cumbernauld
As there were six Assistant Governor nominations and one each for District Secretary and District Treasurer, there is no need for a ballot and their names will go forward for ratification at the AGM.
Other District Officer positions
Expressions of interest are requested for other District Officer positions, including Committee Chairmen, for the Rotary year, 2014-2015. Click here to view or download the full list of posts.
Please note the following:
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Individuals may apply for more than one post, but should make clear their preference
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A single candidate for each post will be recommended for appointment by the DGE in consultion with the District Executive
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A list of appointments will be submitted to the District Council for confirmation at the AGM on 9th December 2012
Expressions of interest should be sent to the District Secretary by Sunday 1st December.
Olive Geddes
District Secretary
Email: Olive Geddes
2. District Directory amendments : November 2013
Amendments to the District Directory listing for November are now on the District website. To view, log on to the District website or your club's template website and click here
3. District Vocational Officer's update
Vocational materials were given out at the Ayr Conference and a number of clubs indicated they would like a talk on "What is Vocational Service?
A questionnaire concerning Rotary Skills is to be found on the 1020 website
: click here This is in draft form and needs slight updating which will be carried out after a meeting in late November with ABF, The Soldiers Charity whose representative spoke at the Ayr Conference.
Len Smith Cup for Vocational Service
Rotary GB&I Past President Len Smith presented this cup for annual competition as an incentive to encourage clubs to promote vocational service. It is the avenue of service that makes Rotary different from the many other organisations and charities but is often overlooked as it is largely an individual personal commitment. This cup is for the best club project or programme in vocational service.
Entries from clubs to be made via District Vocational Chairmen to be at Rotary GB&I secretariat by email to andys@ribi.org by midday 15th March 2013. Judging will be by the Rotary GB&I Vocational Service Committee by 31st March 2013. The Cup will be presented at the Rotary GB&I Conference in Harrogate on 12th -13th April 2013 to the president of the club or their nominated representative. More information can be found on the Vocational Service page of the Rotary GB&I website.
4. Candidates wanted for outgoing Scholarship, 2014-2015
DGE Alistair Marquis has decided that sufficient funds are available to award an outgoing scholarship in the next Rotary year. This is an exciting opportunity for a local student to further their education abroad. We are looking for clubs to find and put forward students in their area suitable for consideration.
Applicants should be graduates - though final year students can also be considered - have proven experience of volunteering or working in one or more of the Rotary Foundation's areas of focus and should indicate that their future career plans include working in an area of focus. More details of scholarships can be found on the RI website.
Notes of interest at first should be sent to Scholars Officer PDG Ian Geddes The closing date for applications is 31 December 2013. Following this interviews will be held in the New Year at a time and venue to be decided.
5. District Conference pictures : Ayr 2013
Please find attached links to various photo albums on Google of pictures from the District Conference at Ayr Racecourse. The links will take you to the appropriate day/event and you can download pictures for use on your Rotary web site, Rotary Club facebook, personal and for use in the local press. Please note permission is given for personal use and the promotion of Rotary.
Friday - Fellowship Dinner - The after Dinner speaker is BBC's Brian Taylor
http://goo.gl/kXCrkc
Saturday - First and Second Plenary Sessions
http://goo.gl/gbW2Av
Saturday - DG Reception & Governor's Ball
http://goo.gl/T0dBVb
Sunday - Third and Forth Plenary Session
http://goo.gl/gIM5kx
Should you require a higher resolution picture please contact Peter Croan from the Rotary Club of Galashiels quoting the image number and he will try and accommodate your request.
6. Rotary Club of Musselburgh 60th Anniversary Dinner : Friday 29th November 2013
The Rotary Club of Musselburgh's 60th Anniversary Dinner is on Friday 29th November 7.15 for 7.45 pm at the Glasshouse Function Suite, Musselburgh. Dress is formal.
Please note the cut off date for applications and payment is Friday 14th November.
Requests for tickets and cheques should be sent to J S Raitt, St Anne, 32 Carberry Road, Inveresk, Musselburgh, East Lothian EH21 8PR. Tel 0131 665 2696, e-mail Jim Raitt
7. Do you recycle mobile phones?
Does your club recycle unwanted mobile phones? If so, Martin Clark, Secretary of the Leith Club, would like to hear from you. Email Martin here
8. Rotary Club of Mid Arygyll : Smoked Salmon for Christmas
The Rotary Club of Mid Argyll is again pleased to offer all Scottish Rotarians the opportunity to purchase quality, smoked salmon that has been produced here in beautiful Mid Argyll.
This delicious salmon would be ideal as a starter at your Christmas dinner or as a gift for friends or family.
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