The Mayor reported on his activities since
being elected on 28 May 2021 and attendance at the following
events:
- the funeral of an
ex Mayoress who had recently passed away which was Jim
Courtney’s wife. He reported that
it was a sad occasion but well attended.
- Soroptimists
meeting – he confirmed that Soroptimists were a group of
feminists who help empower women throughout the world. He reported that he really enjoyed the engagement
and found it very interesting.
- Opening of the
Library at Hill View School - he highlighted the excellent work
that all the children had done in redesigning their library and had
thoroughly enjoyed the event.
- Flag raising
ceremony for Armed Forces Day attended by the Chairman of BCP
Council and the Mayors of Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole.
The Mayor asked the Charter Trustees if they
had events that they would like him to attend to let him know and
if he was free, he would be happy to attend. In particular he highlighted the need to support
businesses following the impact of Covid.