Weymouth, Portland and District Branch Monthly Meeting Monday 9 th March 2026 At The Admiral Hardy Public House, Weymouth Commencing at 19.30pm Apologies: Betty Port, Lida Newman, Tom Pearce, David Hearn, Hannah Doble, Chris Carr, John Bowditch, Alvin Hopper, Michelle Ludlow, David Parsons and David Knight Obituaries: - None Vice Chairman: - Paul Cooper – Anzac Day, muster by Anzac memorial 10.30am in uniform. Viv Foster past MN chairwoman has unfortunately been diagnosed with cancer. Sandra West (hon member) has crossed the bar; the funeral will be family only but and we are awaiting information from Portland Council about memorial. Treasurer: - James Smith Branch account balance stands at £3961.04 no outstanding debt. Payment pending £20 for subs. Don’t forget subs please 1 st May 2026 Welfare: - Chrissie Payne Stan Berry has had a few accidents, he hit his head causing a serious bleed on the brain and was rushed to Bristol for surgery, he was sent home to rest and tried to cope the best he could, but the paramedics were called again as he collapsed again. Ordered to rest but no health care plan has been put into place yet, advised very little walking and avoid bending over. Requires transportation. Pastoral team helping. Nancy Parsons has had a serious spinal operation, she is on long term recovery, we are all sending best wishes. John and Rosie Bowditch having difficult time with health, Rosie has had a minor stroke, John is in a lot of pain and unable to do a lot, he is waiting for another hip replacement but making the most of it and planning holidays, Iceland in June, Devon in August and Perth in September, we are all sending them both best wishes. Paul Cooper has had an accident on stairs at home and has hurt his knee, he is awaiting future treatment. JC (hon member) has served in the Merchant Navy for 55 years, he has dementia, he also had a small op to remove cancer from his face. He has been taken to DCH and they have found a tumour on his liver or bowel, he does not know of his condition, but his family would like him to move to Portsmouth to be closer to them so they can look after him. Future Events: Veterans Weekend Parade Sunday 21st June. Rafa and Submariners 125 years. A.O.B: - Thank you, Lida Newman for Merchant Navy Garden and Monument clean up. No raffle held tonight. Next Meeting 13 th April at The Admiral Hardy Meeting Closed at 20.25pm