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SEA CADETS - ABERDEEN

UNIT NOTICE OF MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of Aberdeen Sea Cadet Unit will be held at the TS SCYLLA, POCRA QUAY, ABERDEEN AB11 5DQ at 1930 hrs on Wednesday 23rd October 2024 to transact the following business.

AGENDA

1.Apologies for Absence.

2.Opening address or comments by President

3.Minutes of the last AGM for adoption.

4.Matters arising from those Minutes.

5.Unit Chairman’s Report.

6.Commanding Officer’s Report.

7.Treasurer’s Report and adoption of accounts.

8.Election/Re-election of the Unit Management Team (UMT)* (either en bloc or individually, plus new nominations).

9.Any Other Business**.

*Notes:

• Election of the UMT – Individuals who are seeking election to the UMC must have their nomination proposed and seconded.

• Nominations can only be accepted if they are submitted on the official nomination form which can be obtained from Mr Ian Daniel, Pocra Quay, Aberdeen, AB11 5DQ chairman@seacadets-aberdeen.org.

• Forms will be available from Monday 30th SEPTEMBER 2024

• There are criteria laid down in Sea Cadet Regulations (SCR) as to who is eligible to sit on the UMT. Please see SCR or contact Mr Ian Daniel

• Any waiving of these criteria is at the discretion of the Area Volunteers Business Support Manager, Fiona Gunn

• Only fully completed forms will be accepted.

• Proof of posting is not proof of receipt.

Fully completed nomination forms need to be received by Mr Ian Daniel by the 20th October 2024

All newly elected UMT members will be required to undergo a criminal record disclosure, complete a P1 form – application to join Sea Cadets which includes a Trustee Declaration indicating that they know of no reason why they cannot become a charity trustee, and attend an Adult Induction Course within 9 months of joining

** Note - Any Other Business – Items of Any Other Business will only be considered if they are proposed and seconded in writing to Mr Daniel at least 48 hours before the meeting. 

SEA CADETS – ABERDEEN  

UNIT NOTICE OF MEETING

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of Aberdeen Sea Cadet Unit will be held at the TS SCYLLA, POCRA QUAY, ABERDEEN AB11 5DQ at 1930 hrs on Wednesday 25^th October 2023 to transact the following business.

AGENDA

1.Apologies for Absence.

2.Opening address or comments by President or Chairman.

3.Minutes of the last AGM for adoption.

4.Matters arising from those Minutes.

5.Unit Chairman’s Report.

6.Commanding Officer’s Report.

7.Treasurer’s Report and adoption of accounts.

8.Election/Re-election of the Unit Management Team (UMT)* (either en bloc or individually, plus new nominations).

9.Any Other Business**.

*Notes:

• Election of the UMT – Individuals who are seeking election to the UMC must have their nomination proposed and seconded.
• Nominations can only be accepted if they are submitted on the official nomination form which can be obtained from Mr Ian Daniel, Pocra Quay, Aberdeen, AB11 5DQ chairman@seacadets-aberdeen.org.
• Forms will be available from Monday 05^th October 2023
• There are criteria laid down in Sea Cadet Regulations (SCR) as to who is eligible to sit on the UMT. Please see SCR or contact Mr Daniel for details.
• Any waiving of these criteria is at the discretion of the Volunteer Business Support Manager, Fiona Gunn
• Only fully completed forms will be accepted.
• Proof of posting is not proof of receipt.

Fully completed nomination forms need to be received by Mr Ian Daniel by the 20^st October 2022

All newly elected UMT members will be required to undergo a criminal record disclosure, complete a P1 form – application to join Sea Cadets which includes a Trustee Declaration indicating that they know of no reason why they cannot become a charity trustee, and attend an Adult Induction Course within 9 months of joining

** Note - Any Other Business – Items of Any Other Business will only be considered if they are proposed and seconded in writing to Mr Daniel at least 48 hours before the meeting.

Sea cadets from Aberdeen Unit are preparing from the adventure of a lifetime on board the Sea Cadet Flagship TS ROYALIST, one of national youth charity Sea Cadets’ offshore vessels. Cadets Tyler, Kris and Logan, are getting themselves ready for the adventure of a lifetime by sailing from the Granite City to the Highland Capital.

The cadets will join the tall ship in Aberdeen on the 15^th of July and be inducted into the ships crew and learn the ropes before their 5-day sea going adventure.

The Cadets will get to experience life at sea on a unique vessel. TS ROYALIST is a purpose-built training brig which teaches young people how to sail in the traditional way. Cadets are expected to man the yards and set the sails and keep watches just as sailors of yester year, encompassing core values such as teamwork and discipline.

Cadet Tyler from Sea Cadets Aberdeen, said: “I cannot wait to join the ship and get stuck in and learn all about how the ship works as well as meeting other sea cadets from all over the UK”

Cadet Kris added “I am a bit nervous as this will be first time going to sea, but I can’t think of a better way to experience my first time on board a ship. I am look forward to learning how to sail a tall ship, but I am also look forward to learning about the onboard engineering aspect”.

Lieutenant (SCC) Peter Ritchie, the Units Commanding Officer commented “It will be a great experience for the cadets to get to sea on the TS ROYALIST, having enjoyed the experience myself as a cadet on the previous TS ROYALIST, I know the cadets are set to have a fantastic time”.

On Saturday the 19th of November, the Commanding Officer braved the apocalyptic weather to attend the Northern Area Conference at the Carnegie centre in Dunfermline. During the day, the Area Officer Commander - Gary Farmer - awarded a certificate of appreciation to our Training Officer, CPO Cameron who was delivering an Intermediate Drill training course to a group of Able Cadets at the Gordon Barracks in Aberdeen.

In June this year, CPO (SCC) Mark Cameron organsied and led an extremely successful Tri - Service Platinum Jubilee parade at the Gordon Barracks. 

In attendance, were Sea Cadets of all ranks from across the Grampian District, as well as local representatives from businesses from across the City and Shire including the Harbour Master from the Port of Aberdeen, Alex McIntosh. 

Commander Gary Farmer said CPO Cameron had demonstrated resilience and determination to re-establish firm foundations from which TS SCYLLA can flourish, making a significant impact in both the Grampian District and the wider Sea Cadet Experience. 

The day's event was topped of by a Civic dinner at Aberdeen's Town House, hosted by the Lord Provost, David Cameron, again attended by representatives from the organisation's in attendance at the afteroon's parade.  

TS SCYLLA is proud to announce the appointment of Commodore Bob Sanguinetti RN Rtd as our New Honorary President. 

CEO of Port of Aberdeen, Commodore Sanguinetti has had a vast naval career spanning over 30 years, held roles of CEO of the UK Chamber of Shipping and CEO of the Port of Gibraltar. 

The Oxford Graduate who was born and raised in Gibraltar, took over as CEO of the Port in September 2021 and wants to take capabilities of the Port to a new level, playing a pivotal role in the UK’s net-zero plans.

On the 18^th November 2022 the Port of Aberdeen won the bid to secure the return of the Tall Ships Race to the Port. Commodore Sanguinetti was quoted in the Press and Journal as saying that the event would engage a new generation of young people in the city’s rich maritime heritage. A role now well suited as the Honorary President of Training Ship SCYLLA.