Agenda item

Announcements.

Minutes:

Death of Former Councillor Geoff Walker – The Mayor reported on the death of Former-Councillor Geoff Walker, who had sadly passed away on 12 April 2020. The Mayor referred to Former-Councillor Walker’s years of service on the Council, and invited Councillor Lucas to say a few words on behalf of the residents of the Red Hall and Lingfield Ward.

 

As a mark of respect, Members observed a short silence in memory of Former-Councillor Walker.

 

Srebrenica - The Mayor informed Members that it was the 25th anniversary of the genocide in Srebrenica, Bosnia-Herzegovina, and that Councils and elected representatives had been encouraged to remember and acknowledge both the victims and survivors of Srebrenica. Members observed a short period of silence and reflection to honour the victims and survivors of this terrible atrocity.