In mentioning the value of the Community Benefit Society (CBS) as a vehicle for our work, it is important to note that all members are legally entitled to have a say in how it develops and conducts it business.  This is most formally done by way of an Annual Members Meeting.  The Management Committee will shortly be calling a meeting which will take place in October.  At this meeting, members will, for example:

•    have the opportunity to comment on developments to date and to put forward suggestions relating to the objectives of the Haven Community Inn;
•    receive a financial report outlining the operating finances to date and the reserve created by the payment of membership fees;
•    be asked to elect members of the Management Committee that will operate over the coming year.

The way that the CBS is constituted makes it a highly democratic body.  All members have a single vote – no matter how many shares are owned.  All voices will be heard and will have equal weight.  I hope that you will be able to take part and, for example, to consider joining the Management Committee.  Details of the process for doing so will be circulated with the announcement of the date and venue for the meeting.

Finally (never to miss an opportunity to promote membership), any Friends who would like to move up to member status can do so at this link. 

Become a member    

Many thanks again for your support for and involvement in the Haven Community Inn Ltd.

With very best wishes
 

Craig

Dr Craig Thomson
Management Committee Chair