October update - 23/10/06

Hi all

Yet again its been a while since the last posting. Progress is slow but there are a couple of things to report.

Firstly Alan has been in hospital for the last week, undergoing various tests and examinations - more info on that as soon as we have it.

With regard to the building; rather than having a professionally built wooden-framed building on a concrete slab with external brickwork carried out by friends and volunteers, we are now looking at a total-build by a construction company, who would be responsible for the whole project, including security. This would have the benefit of being erected more quickly that the previous proposal. We would carry out the internal works ourselves, in a secure building. Costs however are outside the insurance figure so we are looking at lottery and grant funding. Its vital we get a HQ that is fit for purpose and is relatively maintenance-free - not a feature of the old hut!!!!

To help, the BO Davies Charitable Trust has kindly donated £1000, and the Yorkshire Bank are donating £500. There have been many other smaller donations for which we are grateful, including 36 footballs from Nike, courtesy of Jill, an ex Venture Scout.

So, all three Sections continue to meet in their temporary accomodation and, I understand, are coping well. Thanks to the leaders who are having to adapt to their new surroundings and also carry on the fundraising effort.

All that's left is to remind you to get your Ceilidh tickets for December 1st at the Redcar Bowl. Contact Jackie on 01642 478518 for tickets. Why not bring a tablefull of work colleagues, mates or neighbours?

See you soon!