Friday 23 April 2010

May Newsletter.

Kingsley Park Working Men's Club.
Newsletter May 2010.

Editor Matt Wright
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Kingsley Park Working Men’s Club and Institute
120 Kingsley Park Terrace, Kingsley, Northampton, NN2 7HJ
Phone 711002
Bar Manager 715514
Secretary 719800
Email Secretary barryslasberg@kingsleyparkwmc.co.uk

CIU Annual General Meeting.

The Annual General Meeting of the CIU was held at the Opera House in the Winter Gardens Complex in Blackpool on Saturday 10th April 2010.
The meeting was charged with anticipation as it was chaired by our new National President, George Dawson with the backing of our new General Secretary Mick McGlasham, and contained two notices of motion put forward by the National Executive both of which were believed crucial to the future security and prosperity of the Union.

George Dawson's presidential address was charged with emotion decrying lack of support from the Breweries; all of whom he stated are now owned by Continental companies that are only interested in selling product, and have no interest in supporting outlets like our clubs. He warned how much we are alone in the world but that pulling together we have the ability to come through the recession into a prosperous future.

The auditor for the CIU presented the accounts for the year to 30th September 09. He warned that things could not go on as they are. The loss for the year was over £1 million and that is clearly not sustainable. He commended the upcoming motion to merge the associate and pass cards into one annual associate card costing only £2 of which 20 pence would be passed on to the club selling the card, and to make the purchase compulsory by every full member of every club.

The accounts and the annual report were accepted without debate.

Then came the motion to reduce the National Executive from 27 to 16 members. The motion was moved on behalf of the National Executive by Barry Slasberg and seconded by the Union Vice President John Tobin. No one came forward to either oppose or support the motion. The vote was a huge majority in favour of the motion. The reduction will come into effect at the next annual election in 2011.

The final motion was about the pass card and associate card as stated above. The motion was moved on behalf of the National Executive by the Union Accountant Steve Connell who offered a clear and reasoned argument for the proposal. He gave an clear statement of the consequences should our club members not be willing to pay £2 a year to support the movement. This was seconded by the chairman of the finance committee. It was followed by a healthy debate that went straight into a vote that did not look to provide the two thirds majority required to change the rules. No actual count was taken and the chairman declared the motion lost.

Finally the General Secretary gave a review of many items currently concerning the CIU.

A full verbatim report of the meeting will be published in the next edition of the Journal.

The results of both of the motions will each have far reaching implications for the future of CIU. There are certainly some very interesting and challenging times ahead. We will attempt to keep you fully informed of developments as they arise.

Equality Act Receives Royal Assent.

The Equality Act 2010 received Royal Assent from Parliament on 8th April 2010. The Act was pushed through Parliament before it dissolved for the General Election. The main provisions of the Act will not come into force automatically. They will need to be brought in by Ministerial Order. It was anticipated that the Act would come into force in October 2010, but this may now change.

The Act consolidates the numerous pieces of existing discrimination legislation into one Act. It introduces new laws banning discrimination in private clubs in respect of members, potential members, associates, guests and potential guests and generally strengthens anti-discriminatory legislation. The Act protects against discrimination (subject to certain exemptions) in respect of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnerships, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or beliefs, sex and sexual orientation.

An issue covered by the Act, which is pertinent to clubs, is the banning of discrimination in private clubs. For example, sex discrimination will be unlawful (except in relation to single-sex clubs) and so will age discrimination against people aged 18 and over where goods are brought and services provided (subject to certain exceptions).

The Government in the process of producing draft codes of practice with relation to the Act. It is safe to say that once the law comes into force there will be no discrimination between the rights and obligations of men and women members in our club, but as stated earlier, the time for implementation is yet to be decided.

We will keep you informed as matters progress.


Room Hire.

We still have a few vacant Saturdays in 2010. If you are planning an event this year don’t leave it to late.
The cost to hire the concert room is only £150. You can also hire it on Sunday afternoons for Christenings at a reduced rate. We also have several smaller rooms available mid week. If you would like details contact the secretary on 01604 719800.

Sport For All.

Letter from two members (names supplied)

On Saturday evening 10th April the club was like a football or rugby match, the noise from the regular drunks shouting at the top of their voices made a lot of regular customers leave. This club has a lot of older customers who do not appreciate the noise from these hooligans. They should have been asked to leave and not be served with more drink i.e. spirits.

E.C. response

It is only natural for sport to bring out the passion in its supporters. No one would deny a hearty cheer, an urging to do better or a groan at some stupid mistake.

Noise to be so loud and menacing that people feel uncomfortable and threatened in their own club should not happen.

By all means show passion, but please temper this with consideration for other members who do not share the passion but do want to share the club's facilities in peace with their own company and supporters of sport.

Delos Pyramid Supports Cynthia Spencer At Kingsley.

Delos Pyramid is registered with the Care Quality Commission and helps adults with learning disabilities to live independently.
They are hosting a Summer Disco at the Club on 19th June in support of the Cynthia Spencer Hospice to which members of our club; their guests and associates are welcome.
With tickets at only £3 on the door, this should be a good night supporting two good causes.
Why not give it a go?

Fund Raiser June 5th

Tickets for the Natalie Hill Charity fund raising night Starring, Accrington Stanley. (Beatles Tribute.) Are still on sale now from behind bar or from Vanessa Hill. Price £5

New Kids on the Block.

Following suggestions from our members and staff look out for two new additions to our wide range of drinks.

Corona Extra. Lighter than traditional beers, with a crisp and refreshing taste.
This light, dry beer has pleasant malt and hop notes with a round dry finish.
Regardless of the time of the year, Corona is best served ice cold, with a wedge of lime that complements and intensifies the flavour through the palate. It's the perfect beer to be enjoyed with a group of friends.
ABV: 4.6%

From Crabbies comes a new and truly deliciously refreshing alcoholic ginger beer for the summer 2010. We think Crabbie’s Original Alcoholic Ginger Beer is best served over ice with a slice of lemon. And what a splendid all rounder it is! A top tipple whatever the weather.
ABV: 4%


Games Diary.


Tuesday 4th Snooker Team Championship Fixtures
Wednesday 5th Air-Gun A Team Vocal homeWanderers Monks Park away
Thursday 6th Pool Birchfield Road Saints home
Monday 10th Ladies Skittles A Team Queens Park awayB Team King William home
Tuesday 11th Snooker Quarter Final Team Championship
Wednesday 12th Air-Gun A Team ByeWanderers Vocal away
Thursday 13th Pool Team Knockout
Monday 17th Ladies Skittles A Team Queen Adelaide homeB Team Bat & Wickets away
Tuesday 18th Snooker Semi Final Team Championship
Wednesday 19th Air-Gun A Team v Wanderers
Thursday 20th Pool Spencer home
Monday 24th Ladies Skittles A Team British Rail awayB Team County Tavern home
Tuesday 25th Snooker Final Team Championship
Wednesday 26th Air-Gun A Team Monks Park homeWanderers Ex-Servicemen’s away
Thursday 27th Pool Rileys B home


Obituary.

It is with sadness that we have to report the death of Brian Kinneir.
Brian was a keen golfer and represented the club in the Air-Gun league.
Our condolences go to his wife June and children John, Alan, Amanda and Jacky.


CIU Team Knockouts.

The draw has been made for the first round matches. We wish all our teams well in their travels.



May Entertainment.

Saturday 1st Silhouettes 60’s Group
Sunday 2nd Danny Fisher Vocalist
Monday 3rd Secret Party
Wednesday 5th Bluegrass Jam SessionB H Quiz Night
Friday 7th Paula Swan Vocalist
Saturday 8th Heaven Knows 80’s to Modern
Sunday 9th Mike Leigh Diamond Nights
Wednesday 12th B H Quiz Night
Friday 14th Dave Dynamite Rock N Roll
Saturday 15th Flying Ants 60’s to Modern
Sunday 16th Jamie Neale Vocalist
Wednesday 19th B H Quiz Night
Friday 21st Hot Wax Disco
Saturday 22nd Phyzical 60’s to Modern
Sunday 23rd Walk Right Back 50’s to 60’s
Wednesday 26th B H Quiz Night
Friday 28th Allegedly Blonde Tribute Act
Saturday 29th Midnight Hour Group
Sunday 30th Bob Ryan Video Show
Monday 31st Paul Maverick 60’s & Rock N Roll

Bingo every Friday & Sunday plus Mondays 3rd & 31st.

Sunday 18 April 2010

St Georges Day.

St Georges Day April 23rd.Doors open at 11.00 am. Sarah’s set breakfast, Pie mash & mushy Peas or Sausages & Mash will be on sale until 2pmThere will a raffle and a collection bucket for donations to Help 4 Heroes.Afternoon entertainment with Amy C& Book 'Im & Risk It From 2.30pm. Why not make a day of it and stay till the evening and be entertained by Keith Dee.

Sunday 4 April 2010

Easter Monday.

Johnny Red and The Rebel. 20:00.

50 years.



Three members awarded for 50 years membership.