Introduction We hope that despite the restrictions, members were able to enjoy some sort of festivity over Christmas, and we trust that 2021 is going to bring a return to normality. As soon as it becomes possible, SUES will look to restore face-to-face meetings. In the meantime, however, we have been able to provide some…
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Despite everything have a great Christmas! Introduction What a year it has been! Who could have imagined back in January that an outbreak of a virus infection in China would close down much of the world? The challenge to SUES was daunting. Just when we thought we had got the Society on its feet again…
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Introduction We have now experienced our first presentation in the new format designed to accommodate current restrictions. All members received a pack of material on Samuel Pepys by email or post, and two separate groups gathered together for a further input by Roger Mitchell which included discussion. The technology was managed by Alan Potter and…
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Present – Hazel Fort (Chairman), Peter Firth, Roger Mitchell, Alan Potter, John Sharp The meeting took place via Zoom, which (thanks to Alan) once again proved straightforward, effective and highly educational. Minutes from previous Committee Meeting on Tuesday 13th October were approved and signed. Matters Arising Headed Notepaper – The Society does not have a…
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Present – Hazel Fort (Chairman), Peter Firth, Roger Mitchell, Bob Neate, Alan Potter, John Sharp The meeting took place via Zoom, which (thanks to Alan) proved straightforward and effective. Minutes from previous Committee Meeting on Thursday 27th August were approved and signed Matters Arising Co-operation with Liverpool CE is being maintained. They were optimistic that…
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Introduction In the current circumstances the plans we had to resume our traditional face-to-face events are unlikely to be implemented soon; we will have to wait for a marked relaxation in Covid-prevention measures to do that. However, we are determined to keep SUES going by providing what intellectual and educational stimulus for our members can…
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Introduction We have had much discussion recently about the possibility of resuming talks and ultimately courses. However, regulatory restrictions, including frequent changes and modifications, have made this difficult. Our main article in this edition, therefore, is a statement of where we find ourselves at present. It is followed by a piece by John Sharp, which…
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Introduction We are rather surprised but pleased to see that the Forum has got into double figures. When we started, we thought it would be a useful idea for keeping SUES together for a few weeks. However, as the crisis continues, we find ourselves committed to something that may have a lot longer to run yet. This…
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Present – Hazel Fort (Chairman), Peter Firth, Roger Mitchell, Alan Potter, John SharpApologies – Bob Neate Minutes from previous Committee Meeting and AGM – both ‘virtual’ – were approved and signed. The Treasurer had provided a Financial Update. Herewith is a summary of the Society’s finances, for the meeting on Thursday. The latest Bank Statements…
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Introduction As the Forum has in the current situation replaced the newsletter, which was our main means of keeping you up-to-date, this is now the appropriate place to provide important information. The AGM has been held, albeit in an unusual format and the minutes are the first item in this edition. The bad news is…
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