by Malcolm Wilkie

My time as chairman is now coming to an end after three years. As with any organisation change occurs. I have also said I wish to hand over the organisation of the training to someone else although will still be involved. So 2025 is going to be a year of transition. Peter Coxon will be giving up his role as apiary manager at Horsted Green Park apiary and has said he now wishes to step back from this committee. Keith Obbard comes to the end of his time as President. Sandy Infield also is stepping down as events coordinator. The committee has been actively looking to replace these key figures and several people have been approached and accepted to get more involved in the work of our club. Roxanne Gould has said she is prepared to stand as chair but has made it clear that she wants the role advertised so others can stand if they so desired. Most committee members are remaining. However, we are looking for others to sit on the committee perhaps as a general member with a view to taking on a future role and particularly would like newer or younger members to come forward to reinvigorate the work of the association. If there were anyone (particularly with digital experience), please put your name forward. Clubs function because of people who volunteer their time and skills so others can learn and progress. If you could commit the time to four or five meetings a year, please give this request some careful consideration and send me an email on: (mj.wilkie2014@gmail.com)