Monday, 8 February 2010

Thursday 4th February 2010

Judge's Mess in Carlisle (black tie)

A combined High Court and Circuit Judge's Mess at The Crown Hotel, Wetheral. The Honourable Mr Justice Ryder had been invited to attend.

The dinner had been arranged by Natalie Cornwall, Junior of the Northern Circuit and the food was excellent and the ambience delightful.

A stimulating evening, some excellent speeches and some charming fellow guests.

Friday 5th February 2010

ST OSWALD'S CHURCH, GRASMERE
Funeral Service of Elizabeth Braithwaite, MBE 1932 - 2010

I travelled with Bill Smith, the Mayor of Windermere to Grasmere. We sat with the Leader of the County Council and other dignitaries.

A very lovely service celebrating the life and achievements of this splendid lady, who did a very great deal for Grasmere and for the County.

Thursday, 4 February 2010

Thursday, 28 January 2010

Tuesday 26th January 2010

Probation Board Meeting - Lime House, Wetheral

I was invited by Richard Rhodes, Chairman of Cumbria Probation Board to attend one of their Monthly meetings.

Annette Hennessy, whom I met at the AGM last year and other members of the Board were also there. I found the meeting most interesting but realised how little I really know about the Probation Service.

If I can find the time before my Year of Office ends I would like to spend some time with Annette learning more about the way the Organisation operates. It would also be nice if James Carr is able to accompany me as I am sure it would help him during his Year.

Monday, 25 January 2010

Thursday 21st January 2010

Cumbria Constabulary Police Awards Ceremony
Held at the Roundthorn Country House

7.00pm

I was asked by the Chief Constable, Craig Mackey, to be present at this Ceremony together with members of the Cumbria Police Authority.

Several long service Awards were presented as well as Certificates of Commendation, Memorial Awards and Shields. As before, I found it very moving hearing of the bravery of these Officers.

After Presentation of Awards the Chief Constable gave a closing Address, after which there was a buffet and social evening,greatly enjoyed by everyone present

Wednesday 20th January 2010

Leighton Hall - Carnforth, Lancs
The High Sheriffs Association of England and Wales
North-West Regional Meeting

10.30am

After a warm welcome by the High Sheriff of Lancashire, Suzie Reynolds, and coffee - Hugh Burnett, a Council Member for co-ordinating the Regional Meetings, introduced himself, and talked about the purpose of the meeting.

There were then County reports from the High Sheriffs of Cheshire, Cumbria, Greater Manchester, Lancashire and Merseyside.

Current issues were discussed as well as The Judiciary, and the Emergency Services. After a delicious buffet lunch Tony Harrap from Crimebeat spoke about the Organisation.Keith Tondeur from Debtcred and Credit Action also spoke.

There was then a question and answer session and the meeting ended shortly after 3.30pm.

Tuesday 19th January 2010

9.15am

I was invited by HH Judge Forrester to sit in Court together with Iona Frost-Pennington. We both had a very interesting day. We had lunch in the dining room and HH Judge Batty, HH Judge Hughes and District Judge Simon Smith were also there.