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ANNUAL
REVIEW
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ADVANCING CHRIST’S KINGDOM
PRESIDENT’SAtREMARKS
time of writing, I have the baton and empower a
questions. Will my daughter new generation.
DON’T GIVE UP, LOOK UP!
be able to return to her new
home in America? Will my Each generation tends to be
eldest son be able to start more adaptable than the
university? Will my young- previous one, more open
est son be able to finish his to change and willing to try
GCSEs? We all have ques- new things. With so many
tions. For how long will we unanswered questions and
have to wash our hands with so much uncertainty, some of
sanitiser, wear a face mask us may be inclined to hun-
and socially distance? And ker down and stick with the
in Boys’ Brigade, we have familiar because “we have
questions. Will companies always done things this way.”
be able to meet? If so, what But the Bible teaches us quite
will a parade night look like? the opposite – in times of
What about training and uncertainty, we are not to
programme? By the time you trust ourselves more, we are
are reading this, we may have to trust God more.
answers.
Whatever 2020/21 holds for
The last session ended us in The Boys’ Brigade in
abruptly when the arrival of Northern Ireland, there is one
COVID-19 forced us to sus- thing I am certain of: we are
pend activities. The global not alone.
pandemic curtailed the Pres- David Blevins
idential diary during display NI District President
season but I look back with
gratitude for events prior
to that: a Belfast Battalion
The Object of The Boys’ Brigade is: service marking 95 years of ‘Be strong and
camping at Ganaway, a
‘The advancement of Christ’s Kingdom among ‘Future Planning’ breakfast courageous. Do
Boys and the promotion of habits of with Ards Battalion, the ded- not be frightened,
Obedience, Reverence, Discipline, ication of new colours with and do not be
Self-respect and all that tends towards a true 1st Portadown and the 50th
anniversary of 1st Culnady. dismayed, for the
Christian manliness.’
What a privilege it was to Lord your God is
send virtual greetings in April with you wherever
to a record-breaking number
of Queen’s Award recipients. you go.’
Let them inspire us to pass Joshua 1:9
DIRECTOR’S
SESSION REPORT: ENABLING...EXTENDING...ENCOURAGING...ENGAGING
REPORT...ADVANCING CHRIST’S KINGDOM
Over the past twelve months, Northern ship and support. This report records a courses and a range of additional persist in relation to future infrastruc-
Ireland District has continued to year when the District has continued to leadership development opportunities. ture funding. The Education Author-
‘Advance Christ’s Kingdom among Boys’ provide a comprehensive programme Sadly, the 2020 KGVI Leadership Training ity plans to introduce a new funding
by... and sound governance, whilst grasping Course was not held due to the scheme from April 2021, although the
• enabling members and Leaders many development and support oppor- COVID-19 restrictions. We continue to COVID-19 restrictions has caused the
through the provision of com- tunities. be indebted to the many volunteers that application phases to be delayed. The
prehensive training, support and give of their time and talents to provide new funding scheme will result in all
signposting; IMPACT OF COVID-19 instruction and share ideas with Mem- historical funding arrangements coming
• extending programme and oppor- Like much of society, the activities of the bers and fellow Leaders. to an end and will have an impact upon
tunities with the development and District were restricted in recent months local provision (i.e. Companies and Bat-
expansion of age-specific pro- due to the COVID-19 pandemic. I pay PROVISION OF PREMISES talions) as well as at a regional level (i.e.
grammes, specialised training and tribute to the staff team and key volun- Newport has continued to be used for Northern Ireland District).
increased membership capacity; teers who have focussed on anticipating residentials, conferences, training days
• encouraging commitment and and meeting support needs and deliver- and meetings throughout 2019/20. The EXTERNAL REPRESENTATION AND
achievement through acknowledge- ing virtual sessions during this period. running of the centre has been overseen NETWORKING
ment and celebration at all levels; by a dedicated management committee. Northern Ireland District remains en-
• engaging members, supporters and PROGRAMME gaged in a range of Youth Service and
the wider community by developing Thank you to all the Members and UNIFORMED YOUTH WORK faith-based youth work groupings. Rela-
the holistic experience and main- Companies that took part in the District The Uniform Hub has continued to sup- tionships with the main denominations
taining strong links with external and National Competitions during the port and co-ordinate the collaborative continued to strengthen. Collectively,
organisations. session. Special congratulations go to work of the six large uniformed youth this means that the District maintains a
...underpinned by effective District those who won at Anchor Boy, Junior work organisations in Northern Ire- strong and influential presence within
infrastructure. These aims reflect the Section or Company Section levels and land. Funding has been provided by the both the voluntary and statutory
ethos of the District and encapsulate we record our collective gratitude to Education Authority and will continue in sectors.
what it has stood for since its inception. those who organised and delivered the 2020/21. This has enabled a facilitator
It is therefore pleasing to report that comprehensive calendar of events and to drive forward work to assist the indi- In addition I wish to thank the Repre-
progress has been made in each area competitions, the Leaders who ensured vidual organisations meeting Education sentatives and Office-bearers who serve
and that there remains a strong com- that Members had the opportunity to Authority requirements and undertake NI District as well as their Battalion and/
mitment to further develop this work in be involved and especially the various the development of shared resources or Company, church, work and family
2020/21 and beyond. Throughout the Competition Secretaries. If you haven’t and impact surveys. responsibilities. I am grateful to you for
year, the District has continued to have taken part previously, I encourage you your support, co-operation and constant
due regard for the public benefits that it to do so in 2020/21. FUNDING encouragement. I also wish to thank
has registered with The Charity Com- Thank you to everyone who has finan- the staff at NI Headquarters for their
mission for Northern Ireland. Staff and LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT cially supported the District during this continuing enthusiasm, commitment
key volunteers have continued to serve An extensive training programme was past session. Special thanks are extend- and diligence.
The Boys’ Brigade in Northern Ireland delivered during the session: Youth ed to those who have supported the Jonathan Gracey
effectively, providing essential leader- Leader Training courses, Queen’s Badge ongoing Newport Appeal. Concerns Director for NI
Online training was introduced
as a response to the Corona-
virus pandemic and the need
for social distancing. Over the
spring and summer months
‘In July 2018 I went to South Captains’ Training and Holiday
Africa as part of a team of Leadership were both offered
young people from the online using Zoom video
Methodist church in Ireland. conferencing.
We visited several mission
partners to see the work that
they were doing and to engage
with the locals and to share in
faith. This trip was a real eye
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opener but also an amazing
New leaders
opportunity to experience a
were trained
different culture.’
159
Christopher Patterson completed his gold award.
The Leadership training in June
Christopher Patterson was cancelled and the annual
1st Maralin BB young leaders training, KGVI were
both cancelled due to the Leaders completed a range of
Corronavirus pandemic. training such as: Camp Craft,
Holiday Leadership, Mental
Health Awareness, Captain’s
Element, First Aid, Expedition,
DofE WITH A DIFFERENCE DofE issued Certificates
Additional Needs Inclusive
198
of Achievement to young
Games and Introduction to the
The DofE Head Office launched #DofEwith- people who had started
new under 11s programme
adifference as a response to the Coronavirus awards but couldn’t com-
material.
pandemic, to encourage leaders and par- plete all sections because of Leaders attended
ticipants on their Award journey. This was Covid-19 restrictions. conferences to learn
widely shared from NIHQ with all DofE Award and share
292
programme ideas.
14
leaders using a targeted series of DofE e
newsletter to inform and encourage leaders
on how they could help participants continue
to work for DofE at home. young people in BB Boys gained the
270
received these certificates Queen’s Badge.
to date and hopefully they’ll
be able to complete the full
222
DofE Awards were
award at a later date. Boys gained
achieved at Bronze, Silver
President’s Badges.
and Gold level.
WE PARTNERED WITH GROUPS, ENGAGED WITH INITIATIVES AND SUPPORTED CHARITIES THROUGHOUT THE YEAR... HERE’S A SNAPSHOT
Within a week of all Brigade activities being suspended
in March 2020, due to the Corronavirus Pandemic, BB
VISION, MISSION AND VALUES at Home was launched. This was a new programme
to enable The Boys’ Brigade to continue to reach out
and engage children and young people with a fun and
exciting programme of activities, with opportunities to
Over the last two years Brigade has taken the opportunity to explore what our learn, grow and discover in their own homes supported
Vision, Mission and Values are. Young people, leaders, staff and Trustees were all by parents/carers.
consulted. ‘We want to be confident about who we are, what we do and what
we believe. In bringing this all together and building on our object of ‘advancing BB at Home included a series of competitions that
Christ’s Kingdom’ we’re re-affirming our Vision, Mission and Values.’ could be completed by our children and young people
at home: Art Competition, The Great BB Bake off and
OUR VISION is that BB’s got Talent. We thank everyone who took part and
“Children and young people experience life to the full”. also all our Leaders who supported and encouraged
JOHN 10:10 those who took part.
CONGRATULATIONS TO:
The Boys’ Brigade has faith in young people and
provides them with opportunities to learn, grow and BB’s Got Talent Finalists:
discover in a safe, fun and caring environment which Junior Section, 2nd Place
is rooted in the Christian faith. THIS IS OUR MISSION! Benjamin Paul, 1st Ballynure
Groups Section: 1st Place
OUR VALUES ARE:
Charlie & Jack Gill, 1st Crossgar
FAITH... CARING... INSPIRING... TRUSTING
Art Competition:
Junior Section, 1st Place
During our 19/20 session plans were made and Daniel Jardine 1st Moy
well under way for Mission 2020, which has now
been postponed until October 2021. Chaplains
Gatherings were held in Greystone Road Pres.
Antrim; Glenmachan Church of God, Belfast;
Annaghmore Parish, Portadown;
New Row Pres. Coleraine; 1st Omagh Pres.
Omagh over Jan - Mar 2020. The last one
scheduled for Scarva Street Pres. Banbridge was
HTTPS://BOYS-BRIGADE.ORG.UK/BBATHOME-BB-LEADERS/
cancelled. We have new dates for Mission 2021;
please save these dates. We are looking forward
with expectant faith to see what God will do.
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SNAPSHOTS OF THE SESSION
Right: Boys from 1st
Knocknamuckley BB
attended the Com-
monwealth Service in
Westminster Abbey.
Josh Gracey, Noah Congratulations to 1st Greenisland ‘A’ team who were the winners of the National Top Team Challenge
Davison, and Jamie 2019/2020. L-R: Jakob McComb, Joshua Rayot, Josh McKinney and Aaron Douglas who all attained their Queen’s
Davison. Badge this year as well They are pictured here all dressed up for another occasion at their BB Company night,
just before social distancing measures were introduced. .
Above: Thanks to all our companies who took
part in the NHS Thank You video.
Above: Over 125 leaders from Anchors and
Company Section attended the first ever Joint
Conference on Saturday 12 October 2019.
Above: 4th Newtownabbey Junior Section Boys
presented a cheque for £8.5K to PCI Moderator Rev Above: JS Musician of the Year: Winner Benjamin Paul,
Dr William Henry in support of - ‘A Place to Play - Jor- 1st Ballynure, Runner up Lewis Doherty, 1st Templepatrick, NID partnered with Scamwise Champions to
dan’, the PCI Junior Section Appeal for 18/19 session. and 3rd place Callum Gray 3rd Newtownards. provide new programme material.
Left: Adam Jordan from
2nd Lisburn received his
Bronze Duke of York
Inspiring Digital
Enterprise Award (iDEA)
in April 2019.
We launched a new succession planning resource
‘Following On’ in October 2019.
The President of the Methodist Church in
Above: The staff team at NIHQ supported Cool Fm’s
Ireland, Rev Sam McGuffin visited NIHQ at
Cash for Kids appeal for Christmas 2019.
Newport in December 2019.
ANCHOR BOY SECTION REPORT
This year we held the first joint Anchors Congratulations to 1st Donaghmore who
and Company Section Leaders’ Confer- won the Anchor Challenge competition.
ence in Ballyclare Presbyterian Church. A total of 25 companies took part in this
Thanks go to the Church Praise band competition and all received a participa-
for leading us in worship, the catering tion certificate.
team, the Minister, the Kirk Session and
especially Niall McConkey (BB Captain) The Anchor Boy Committee has re-
for all his help and support both before viewed plans for the 2020/2021 com-
the event and on the day. Special thanks petitions and activities and they look a
to the BB NIHQ Staff Team for their help bit different to take into considerations
and support to deliver the conference the challenges that Covid-19 presents.
and to all the contributors who delivered As a committee we would love to see
excellent and challenging sessions. all Battalions represented on the com-
mittee so that all can have an input into
In our 19/20 session Anchors Boys in NI plans for Anchor Boys. We encourage
raised money to support Angel Eyes. all Anchor Boy sections to take part in
District activities to enrich and extend
The Fun & Games Final was held in First their programme and enable both boys
Group artwork winners 1st Caledon.
Antrim Presbyterian Church on Saturday and leaders to share in the fun and
25th January. Congratulations to 1st Spa fellowship.
who were the winners and well done to
all who took part. We thank the Minister As I close I thank the staff at Newport
COMPETITION RESULTS
and Kirk Session for granting us permis- and all members of the committee for
sion to use their facilities and to David their help and support during the ses-
Drawing & Colouring
& Naomi Thompson for their help and sion, but we must never forget to thank
P1: Oliver Kelly, 1st Spa
support on the day. Thank you also to our creator God for all His blessings.
P2: Arthur Bartlett, 1st Route
the BB Leaders from the Antrim Battalion
P3: Charlie Watt, 1st Cairnalbana
for their assistance. Anne Houston
P4: Noah Henderson, 1st Ballylinney
Chair Anchor Boy Committee
The drawing and colouring competition
‘The Greatest Comandment’
was based on the Ten Commandments
Group Artwork Competition
entitled ‘God’s Top Ten Rules’. Congratu-
Winners: 1st Caledon
lations to all who took part. The Com-
pany Group Art competition was ‘The
Challenge Competition
Greatest Commandment’. Thanks to the
Winners: 1st Donaghmore
staff at headquarters who collectively
judged the entries.
Fun & Games
Winners: 1st Spa Fun & Games winners 1st Spa.
JUNIOR SECTION REPORT
Junior Section competitions and activi- be held. We had anticipated having all CHANGE & CHALLENGE
ties were well supported by companies 13 Battalions represented at each of COMPETITION RESULTS CONFERENCE
throughout Northern Ireland. Thanks these events and are sure these would
are expressed to those Battalions who have been fast moving and very compet- QUIZ
hosted the finals of the annual compe- itive events. 1st 2nd Comber
titions. Thanks are also expressed to 2nd 4th Londonderry
those to those leaders and committee The Annual Conference held in 1st 3rd 4th Portadown
members who assisted with the organ- Antrim Presbyterian Church Halls was
isation of the competitions, conference a busy, practical and informative day MUSICIAN OF THE YEAR
and special events. committee meetings with 55 in attendance. The theme was 1st Benjamin Paul
were well attended, with members ‘Change & Challenge’. Chris Norman, 2nd Lewis Doherty
keeping leaders in their Battalion well Brigade Development & Support Man- 3rd Callum Gray
informed about Junior Section activities. ager, was the guest speaker and took Highly Commended:
sessions relating to the new Under 11s Charlton Young, Lucas Yin,
Competitions & Activities programme and enthused those who Zach Thompson, Freddy McTernaghan
There was a good number of entries for were present to utilise all aspects of
the Quiz which was held during Octo- the materials. Other sessions included SWIMMING GALA
ber. The Final, which was held at Killead information about the Mission 2020 and Winners, 1st Muckamore
Presbyterian, was very close through- the work of the Christian Education &
out, with all teams working well togeth- Church Relations Committee, Physical
STOOL BALL
er to achieve high scores. Activities based on Olympics 2020 and
*Cancelled
Challenges for All. Feedback from the
In January, there was an excellent day was positive and encouraging.
number of entries for the Junior Section FIVE-A-SIDE FOOTBALL
Musician of the Year competition. Once During November, information sessions *Cancelled
again, the standard was very high and on the new Under 11s programme *due to the Coronavirus pandemic.
the adjudicator was very impressed by material were held in 4 venues across
the range of music on offer and the va- Northern Ireland. The online video conferencing
riety of instruments played. The Swim- tool Zoom became an important
ming Gala was held in Roe Valley Leisure All the NI District competitions and communication and training tool
Centre, Limavady with a good number activities are designed to complement at the end of our 19/20 session.
of companies winning medals. the programme offered by Battalions. It Our Sectional Chairs continued
is hoped that more Companies will take to meet online with David Pen-
Unfortunately, all BB activities came to the opportunity to extend their pro- ney our Training and Programme
an end abruptly during March due to gramme by participating in some of our Officer to make plans for the
the Coronavirus Pandemic. The Spring competitions and activities. new session.
Competition Final (Stool Ball) and the Sharon Mackey
5-a-side Football Final were unable to Chair JS Committee
COMPANY SECTION
REPORT
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National Competitions (against teams from England, Scotland, Wales and
ROI)were provided for Company Section Boys. Unfortunately we
were unable to play the National finals of these competitions due to
the Coronavirus pandemic. We congratulate those companies that
Right: #BBin3, Queen’s Men tell us 3 things they
like about BB. qualified to take part in the National Finals.
running these in the near future if entry IRISH REGIONAL WINNERS AND RUNNERS UP FOR
WHAT A YEAR! NATIONAL COMPETITIONS
numbers don’t increase, such as the
Drill and Inter Battalion Football. BADMINTON: 4th N’abbey (1st), 1st Garvagh (2nd)
What will we remember it for?
Coronavirus of course. Which has CHESS: 1st Glenwherry (1st), 4th Newtownabbey (2nd)
caused mayhem in all walks of life and National competitions rounds were FIVE-A-SIDE F’BALL: (Jnr): 1st Knocknamuckley (1st), 4th N’abbey (2nd)
also for our competitions both National played in NI. Unfortunately the finals FIVE-A-SIDE F’BALL: (Snr): 1st Kilkeel (1st), 1st Moneymore (2nd)
and Regional. Only 7 of 14 compe- were postponed due to Covid-19 and MASTERTEAM: 4th Newtownabbey (1st), 1st Ardstraw (2nd)
titions were completed and trophies the suspension of all Brigade Activities TABLE-TENNIS: 1st Greenisland (1st), 30th Belfast (2nd)
awarded. announced in March 2020. However
congratulations to the following teams
NORTHERN IRELAND DISTRICT COMPETITIONS
We introduced a new FIFA competition who qualified to compete at the Na-
tional Finals: 4th Newtownabbey, 1st Competitions were organised for: Badminton, Seven-a-side Football (Snr
for the 19/20 session which proved
popular with 16 entries from compa- Garvagh, 1st Glenwherry, 1st Greenis- & Jnr), Squad Drill, Volleyball and Inter-battalion Football (Snr & Jnr).
nies who have not entered regional land, 1st Ardstraw, 1st Knocknamuckley, Unfortunately the finals were unable to be played for these. (Note only
competitions before as well as some of 1st Kilkeel, 1st Moneymore and 30th 1st Ballyroney entered the Drill competition).
the regulars. One heat was played with Belfast.
the teams being separated by 80 miles
(modern technology is wonderful when We had a great day for Leaders at the FIFA COMPETITION:
you know how to use it). We plan to joint Anchor and Company Section con- This was a new competition for the 19/20 session and proved very
continue with this competition for the ference held in October 2019 with over popular. Congratulations to the winners 1st Garvagh and 2nd place 1st
20/21 session allowing more than one 135 officers attending. Please try and Route.
team from each company to enter. Our make the next one.
thanks go to Johnston Clarke for organ-
ising and managing this competition. The committee would like to thank all
referees, judges and stewards at all of
Other competitions run at Regional level the competitions. Thanks to the staff
We were unable to hold our annual Queen’s Badge celebration
included Drill, Volley Ball, Badminton, at Newport for all their help during the
scheduled for 9 April 2020 in Belfast’s City hall. Instead on the evening
7 a-side Football Senior and Junior and year. Finally, I would like to thank all
we streamed a virtual celebration on social media, to recognise the 292
Inter- Battalion Football (11-a-side). members of the committee for their
Queen’s Men who achieved the award. A commemorative program was
dedication and support during this year.
produced for the Queen’s Men and their Captains as a keepsake from an
Entries for some of our traditional com- unusual end to the year.
petitions has dropped in recent years Stanley Alexander
and we will be reviewing the viability of Chair Company Section CommitteeDIRECTORY/NI DISTRICT OFFICE BEARERS, & STAFF DIRECTORY/NI DISTRICT EXECUTIVE
President - Mr D Blevins Office Bearers:
Mr D Blevins • Rev Dr T McCormick • Mrs I Lowry • Mr M Murdock
Chaplain - Rev. Dr Trevor McCormick Mr P Ballentine.
Hon Vice-Presidents: Northern Representatives:
His Grace The Lord Archbishop, Primate of All Ireland • Moderator of the Mr D Thompson (Antrim) • Mr W Law (Ballymena) • Mr M Callaghan
General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church in Ireland • President of the (Coleraine) • Mr D Miller (Londonderry) • Mr C Anderson (Route)
Methodist Church in Ireland • Chairman of the Congregational Church in
Ireland • President of the Baptist Union in Ireland • Very Rev Dr D H Allen Central Representatives:
Mr W Frew • Miss S Gardner • Mr WA Hunter MBE • Mr AD McClay MBE Mr R Crangle BEM • Mr D Doggart • Mr D Hunter • Miss S Mackey
Rev TH Wilson • Mr P Donaldson MBE Mr E Poots. (All Belfast )
Vice-Presidents: Southern Representatives:
Rev Dr T McCormick (Northern) • Mrs I Lowry (Central) Mr N Clinghan (Ards) Mr R Clarke (Down) • Mr M Wooster (Lurgan) • Mr
Mr M Murdock (Southern) G Campbell (Mid Ulster) • Dr A Currie (Portadown) • Mr J Emery BEM (West
Ulster)
Honorary Treasurer - Mr P Ballentine
Under 26 Representatives:
Mr Ben Carmichael • Mr Callum Hamilton
Staff:
Standing Committee Chairpersons:
Director Mr J Gracey Miss A Houston (Anchor Boys) • Miss S Mackey (Junior Section)
Mr S Alexander (Company Section) • Mr J Thornberry BEM (Administration)
Training & Programme Officer Mr D Penney Rev J Moxen (Christian Education & Church Relations)
Centre Manager & Finance Officer Mr R Nelson Mr G Miller (Training)
Support & Communications Officer (PT) Mrs A Irvine
Administrator (PT) Mrs W Campbell
Administrator (PT) Mrs D Pierce NORTHERN IRELAND DISTRICT
PA to the Director (PT) Mrs D Johnston
Caretaker/Cleaner Mr N Fry
Members 13,809
Leaders 2,777
A full set of NID Session Statistics for
Companies 278 2019/2020 is available
Denominations 9 on request from NIHQDIRECTORY/COMMITTEES STRONGER | SAFER | TOGETHER
boys-brigade.org.uk/ourframework/
ANCHOR JUNIOR COMPANY
BOYS SECTION SECTION
Miss A Houston (Chair) Miss S Mackey (Chair) Mr Stanley Alexander
COVID
Ms A Sproule Mr Stephen Osborne Mr Stephen Stewart • Review and understand the BB Frame-
Mrs K Lindsay Mr William Law Mr Jordan Ellison work and Guidance.
Mrs J Gray Mr Uel Mackin Mr Andrew Swann
READY
Mrs M Robinson Mr James Craig Mr Johnston Clarke • Complete the Covid- Ready Risk
Mr A Skillen Mr Jonathan Murdock Mr Nathanael Murphy Assessment for each section.
Mr A Fittis Mr Wesley Magill Mr Joe Moorhead
Mrs A Montgomery Mr Ian Canning Mr Adam Edgar • Complete the Company Action Log.
Mrs S Gilkinson Mr Bruce Wylie Mr John Allen
Mrs Y Woods Mr Robert Auld Mr Jordan Holmes • Complete the Local Approval process.
Mrs A Jennett Mr Thomas McKane Mr Robert Park
Mrs P Forsythe Mr Ian Bolton Mr Stephen Pollock
Mr Paul Colhoun Mr Richard Quinn
Mr Jonathan Harron
CHRISTIAN Training Committee link:
EDUCATION & Mr J Todd Please check the Brigade website regularly to see what stage NID is
Check it out!
CHURCH TRAINING at here: [https://boys-brigade.org.uk/operating-stages/]
RELATIONS Mr G Millar (Chair)
Rev. J Moxen (Chair) Mrs I Lowry ADMINISTRATION
Rev Dr T McCormick Miss N Thompson Mr J Thornberry BEM (Chair) Check Local Government Guidance - All BB Companies registered with EA should
(Chaplain Ex-Officio) Mr D Doggart Mr P Ballentine (Treasurer) have received a link to the Youth Restart Document [http://bit.ly/EAYouthRestart].
Mr NMcConkey Mr R Clarke Mr M Farquhar Youth work in NI may not be permitted to restart to October 2020 - please check this document
regularly for updates.
Rev N Mulholland Mrs N Fitzsimons Mr D Thompson
Mr S White Mr J Todd Mr U Mackin Check with your Church - denominational headquarters have produced guidance for
Rev G McClelland Mr R Auld Mr P Dunn youth and children’s work and should be followed.
Miss A Houston Disability Awareness Mr L Taylor
All Leaders need to read and understand the Brigade Framework for
Mr C Rankin Co-ordinator: Mr C Millar Mr E Denner getting back to BB. It’s going to be a team effort.
Rev N Kane Mr J Graham
Rev B Anderson Mr D Miller A Risk Assessment must be done for every section. There is a template to
Mr D Johnston follow here: [https://boys-brigade.org.uk/ourframework/]
Rev. Dorothy McVeigh
President’s Committee:
President, Mr D Blevins • Vice-Presidents: Rev Dr T McCormick, Mrs I Lowry, Mr M
Murdock • Chaplain
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