The Scottish POA conference was held at Peebles Hydro again this year, a venue that has been host to us now for four years and always achieves excellent standards as far as guests and delegates are concerned.
SCOTTISH ANNUAL CONFERENCE
The Scottish POA conference was held at Peebles Hydro again this year, a venue that has been host to us now for four years and always achieves excellent standards as far as guests and delegates are concerned.
SCOTLAND: RE POA SCOTLAND – CHARITY RAFFLE
We are delighted to tell you that the charity raffle organised for this year’s Scottish conference, raised a fantastic total of £3,585. Your kind generosity far exceeded our expectations.
SCOTLAND: A DAY IN THE LIFE OF THE SCOTTISH NATIONAL COMMITTEE CHAIR
It’s a full-on role – from campaigning on behalf of members and ensuring their voices are heard, to reading policy documents and attending enquiries
SCOTLAND: THE DEVASTATING IMPACTS OF SPICE EXPOSURE
Inhaling psychoactive substances may not appear to be career- or even life- threatening, but in some instances the effects can be dangerous. A solution is needed.
SCOTLAND: RE 35 HOUR WORKING WEEK – LOCAL DISCUSSIONS
Following our SNC meeting I was asked to write to you all in relation to your local discussions around the 35-hour working week rostering proposals.
SCOTLAND: REPORTING ON THE SCOTTISH PAY DEAL
It took a long time to reach agreement, but it was worth the wait...
SCOTLAND: POA SCOTLAND ELECTIONS
The call for nominations for the 2 SNC posts due for election closed on Friday 23rd February 2024, as per CIRC\08\2024. This period was for interested parties to put themselves forward as candidates for the respective posts.
SCOTLAND: RE: POA SCOTLAND ELECTIONS, SNC MEMBER, SNC TREASURER
There are 2 Scottish National Committee posts due for election this year. These will be five-year posts with the successful candidates taking up office at the close of play of Annual Conference May 2024. The term of office will run until May 2029.
SCOTTISH CONFERENCE
Phil Fairlie, Assistant General Secretary, reports on the POA Scottish Conference held on 25th and 26th October 2023 at the Peebles Hydro Hotel.
SCOTLAND: RE POA SCOTLAND – CHARITY RAFFLE
We are delighted to tell you that the charity raffle organised for this year’s Scottish conference, raised a fantastic total of £4,387. Your kind generosity far exceeded our expectations.
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