DUMFRIES AND GALLOWAY BRANCH
Dumfries and Galloway Region is a beautiful part of Scotland situated in the south west corner of the country. It has the benefit of a mild climate due to the effects of the extensive coastal area and the Gulf Stream Drift. There is a varying range of landscape including the Galloway and Moffat hills to the north of the region and the many lovely bays and harbour towns and villages along the extensive coastline. Hill-walking, fishing, sailing, golfing and the whole range of countryside sports are enjoyed. There are many caravan sites across the region giving a wide choice of location. The unspoiled landscape makes the area a haven for those seeking a relaxing and quiet break. The quality of food and drink available across the region is excellent.
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The River Nith, at the Caul and the Auld Brig.
Dumfries High Street on a French Market day
BRANCH PROFILE
Dumfries and Galloway Branch encompasses the Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary/Dumfries and Galloway Region area. It stretches from Canonbie, Langholm and Moffat in the eastern area to Cairnryan, Stranraer and Port Patrick areas in the west. The huge geographical area presents its own problems in relation to regular face to face contact among the membership but this is addressed through a network of committee members locally available to address any welfare issues which arise. The increasing use of computerisation is helping to improve communication links.
The Branch has approximately 210 members the majority of whom reside in the Region. A number live elsewhere in Scotland and the UK. Almost 50% of the members are also Affiliated members of the National association Of Retired Police Officers. The Branch enjoys excellent support from the Chief Constable of Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary and his staff and liaise regularly on matters of mutual interest.
The Branch hold two main meetings in the year, in April and October and the branch committee also meet regularly.
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Updated 2nd November, 2011
Annual General Meeting
30 October 2011
The Branch AGM was held on 30 October 2011 at Dumfries Police Station and the good attendance included Chief Constable Shearer. Chairman Neil Massey welcomed all and everyone enjoyed sandwiches & tea/coffee before the commencement of business.
Life Membership Awards were presented to Robert Thompson, Wellwood Barton and Ben McCallum.
The agenda included previous minutes, the Chairman's Annual Report, the Secretary/Treasurer's Report, Correspondence and the Election of Office Bearers.
Motions relating to the annual subscription and the electronic circulation of branch literature were agreed.
Members who had died since the last meeting were remembered: Ronnie Stevenson Andrew Taylor Peter Saville and Robert Caldwell.
Chief Constable Shearer addressed the meeting at length covering a range of issues in relation to Dumfries and Galloway Constabulary and about the proposed future Single Police Force for Scotland. Mr Shearer answered various questions from members about the plans for the single force and the potential future impact on local policing. Mr Shearer invited the Branch to consider and submit ideas to commemorate the long history of the Force.
The Chief Constable was warmly thanked by Chairman Neil not only for attending and speaking at the meeting but for the support provided to the Branch.
Branch Executive
Chair - Neil Massey
Vice-Chair - Tom Gordon
Secretary/Treasurer - Andrew McMillan
Other Committee Members
G Hunter, W Lawson, J Craig, D McColm, M Greggan, D Hunter and D Watt
Branch Auditors R Setti and A Smith
Delegate to National Executive N Massie
Dates of Future Meetings
December 2011, March 2012 and September 2012 - Committee Meetings TBA
Half Yearly Meeting - 22nd April,2012,
October 2012 - AGM
Donation To Police Treatment Centre
Dumfries and Galloway Branch recently donated a cheque for £250 to the Northern Police Treatment Centre in recognition of the excellent service provided to serving and retired officers.
Branch Chairman Neil Massey ( centre) presenting the cheque to The Centre Manager Paul Grant (right) and Fund Raiser Graeme Addison.
Inter-Branch Golf Match
On 7 September Dumfries and Galloway Branch hosted an enjoyable day of golf at Dumfries and County Golf Club involving colleagues from the home branch, from Central Branch and from Morcambe and Lancashire Branch. D&G Chairman Neil Massey, who planned and organised the event, welcomed everyone.
A fine afternoon of golf was played in changing and challenging conditions but was enjoyed by all. It was followed by a delicious dinner at the Golf Club. The Club Captain Stewart McCulloch, a member of the D&G Branch, also participated and was warmly thanked for allowing the Branch to host the match at the magnificent Club.
Chairman Neil finally presented prizes to the winning players. Everyone agreed it had been an excellent day and looked forward to future such events.
Holidays
Holidays are enjoyed by many and the national website (www.rpoas.org.uk) would welcome tips and
experiences for the information and advice of our members.
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Photographs of the Region
If anyone has a nice photograph of scene within D & G area please forward them to me and I will arrange for them to be put on our webpage.