Area Meeting/Social

On Friday 15th we held a small social in the RBLS club in Knightswood. Thank you to the members and delegates who turned up. on Saturday 16th we hosted the Scottish Area meeting in the Buff's Club in Whiteinch at 11:00. The meeting was chaired by S/m Brian MacKenzie the Scottish Area Chairman. A welcome was given by S/m Kenn McKinnon the Glasgow RNA Chairman. Thank you to S/m's Anne McKinnon and Anne Cox for doing the catering. The loyal toast was given by the Area Treasurer.

Erskine Bikers Day

On the 27th of May Brian and myself assisted s/m Bernie to run an RNA stall at the Bikers Day in Erskine Hospital. There was over 1000 motor bikes in the parade which went round the village of Erskine before coming into the hospital. The weather was glorious for this event and every one had a great time. We had some off worlders visit IE: Darth Vader, Storm Troopers, Chewbacca, O'bwan Kenobi and Sand People.

New Wheels

At our monthly meeting on Thursday 17th S/m David Carlin finally received a set of new wheels for him to get about in. He is chuffed to bits with them. They were Presented by S/m Paul Ellis.

Secret Bunker Visit

On Saturday 12th we went on a visit to the secret bunker near Anstruther in Fife. We had a guide who explained about different sections and departments of the bunker which was set up during the cold war with Russia. It was built to withstand a nuclear strike of at least a 5 megaton war head. After the tour we went to Anstruther to partake of some fish and chips before returning to Glasgow.

URNU Awards

The new commanding officer of URNU Lt Simon Collins RN invited the chairman Kenn McKinnon and secretary Brian MacKenzie to their awards ceremony on Thursday 3rd May at the Officer Training Unit in Glasgow University.

Awareness Day

On Friday 27th we held an RNA awareness day in the Morrisons store at Auchenlea where we raised the princely sum of £416.06 for our funds. Thank you to our volunteers Kenn McKinnon, Brian MacKenzie, Anne McKinnon and Anne Cox for their efforts on the day. We also made contact with some veterans who displayed an interest in the RNA which we hope they will attend. In the photo with Kenn and Brian is the stores community champion Joanna.

Fish and Chip Night

On Saturday 21st April we held a fish and chip night at the cadet unit in Clydebank. Fourteen of our members along with seven guests attended. A raffle was held which raised £70 for the cadets funds. After the meal we adjourned to the wardroom for a few refreshments. All in all a very good night was had.

Legion D'Honneur

Photo: Back row: Eva Bolander, Lord Provost of Glasgow and Emmanuel Cocher French Consular General. Front: Mr Kenneth Wilson (Army), Mr Eric Robertson (Army) Mr John Aiken (Royal Navy). Mr John Aiken RN (officer Steward) along with Mr Eric Robertson Army and Mr Kenneth Wilson Army today received the Legion D'Honeur from the French Consular General Emmanuel Cocher for their part in the D Day landings 6 June 1945. John served onboard HMS Enterprise which led the American forces to Omaha beach. He also served on HMS Stine and Manxman and in the far east. All the recipients are members of the RBLS at Knightswood, Glasgow.

SSAFA Luncheon

On the 16th five of our members and their guests attended the SSAFA luncheon at Graham House in Whitefield Road, Govan. Their new mascot SSAFALUMP was on display to the visitors and will be taking part in the kilt walk and marathon to raise funds for SSAFA. Our secretary S/m Brian MacKenzie handed over a cheque for £100 on behalf of the City of Glasgow RNA.

AGM

We held our AGM on 15th March where S/m Joan Lowe stood down as the vice chairman. S/m Alec Thomas was unanimously voted in as the new vice chairman.