I have conducted the independent examination of seven local charities' and sports clubs' accounts since retiring to Ludlow. I do not charge a fee, but ask the organisation to make a donation to a charity of my choice, normally 'For Haiti With Love'.

CTAL is active in identifying and meeting people's needs in the Ludlow area through follow-up action to our 2012 report 'Ludlow Under Pressure'.

At HF Holidays we have over 100 years’ experience organising outdoor holidays.We've been recognised by Which? the consumer champion as one of their recommended holiday providers for the fourth year running and are also a multi award winning tour operator. Every year over 50,000 guests choose to travel with us to destinations all over the world which makes us Britain’s largest walking and outdoor leisure holiday specialists offering a fantastic range of Walking, and Leisure… Show more At HF Holidays we have over 100 years’ experience organising outdoor holidays.We've been recognised by Which? the consumer champion as one of their recommended holiday providers for the fourth year running and are also a multi award winning tour operator. Every year over 50,000 guests choose to travel with us to destinations all over the world which makes us Britain’s largest walking and outdoor leisure holiday specialists offering a fantastic range of Walking, and Leisure Activities holidays.You also have the confidence that HF Holidays is a fully bonded tour operator licensed by ABTOT and the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA).In the UK we operate 20 of our own Country Houses, all in wonderful scenery. You’ll find them well equipped for outdoor holidays with a boot and drying room, comfortable bedrooms, and a sociable lounge and bar.Enjoy delicious home-cooked food – breakfast, picnic lunch and evening meal – using local ingredients wherever possible. In Europe and Worldwide you’ll stay at our excellent partner hotels, chosen with care and often family run. They’re in beautiful locations, and offer great food and a welcoming atmosphere.Enjoy a choice of walks each day on our UK and European Guided Walking holidays – maybe challenge yourself one day and take it easier the next, guided by our carefully selected leaders.Find the holiday that suits you using our simple walks grading system.If you prefer to walk independently on a Self-guided Walking holiday, we’ve maps and routes for you to use, with further tips, ideas and local knowledge freely available from our leaders.HF Holidays works in partnership with many other organisations for the benefit of our members, our guests and the wider community. Show less

... serving the poorest of the poor in northern Haiti

The Company has continued with its rich educational tradition which it began in the 16th Century. It owns two Schools - Merchant Taylors' School, Sandy Lodge and St John's Preparatory School, Pinner. It is associated with six other Schools by foundation - Merchant Taylors' School, Crosby; Merchant Taylors' School for Girls, Crosby; Wolverhampton Grammar School; Foyle and Londonderry College, Wallingford School and King's School, Macclesfield.In addition the Company administers many… Show more The Company has continued with its rich educational tradition which it began in the 16th Century. It owns two Schools - Merchant Taylors' School, Sandy Lodge and St John's Preparatory School, Pinner. It is associated with six other Schools by foundation - Merchant Taylors' School, Crosby; Merchant Taylors' School for Girls, Crosby; Wolverhampton Grammar School; Foyle and Londonderry College, Wallingford School and King's School, Macclesfield.In addition the Company administers many charitable trusts created by past Members and benefactors and from this source a wide range of organisations are supported. Help is given to an equally wide range of needy people. Grants are also made from the Company's own funds.An important aspect of the Company's charitable work is concerned with housing elderly people. The Company's Almshouses, originally in Threadneedle Street, now comprise 32 small houses situated in Lewisham. Built originally between 1826 and 1879 and extensively modernised in recent years they are supervised by a Warden.Alongside the Company's Almshouses it manages two other sets of Almshouses, Christopher Boone's Almshouses and Archbishop Coggan House, also in the Borough of Lewisham. Through one of the Trusts it administers it owns a Nursing and Residential Care Home at Dowe House in Lewisham and a Nursing Home at Mulberry House in Lewisham - or further information about our Almshouses, please see this link.The Company is Patron of two Churches, St. Helen's Bishopgate (with St. Andrew Undershaft and St. Ethelburga Bishopsgate and St. Martin Outwich and St. Mary Axe) and also St. Paul's, Swanley. The Company also holds an annual service at St. Michael's Parish Church, Cornhill. Show less

The Furniture Scheme was started in 1994 to address a growing need to find a way to reuse and recycle unwanted household items. The work of the scheme has directly placed resources into the homes of some of the most excluded members of our community, ensuring these people can begin to build an independent life and home without increasing debt.Since its inception, the Furniture Scheme has become a leading Social Enterprise and charity in Shropshire. The core objectives at the heart of… Show more The Furniture Scheme was started in 1994 to address a growing need to find a way to reuse and recycle unwanted household items. The work of the scheme has directly placed resources into the homes of some of the most excluded members of our community, ensuring these people can begin to build an independent life and home without increasing debt.Since its inception, the Furniture Scheme has become a leading Social Enterprise and charity in Shropshire. The core objectives at the heart of the organisation are to relieve poverty and eliminate discrimination through the provision of low cost essential household equipment and to protect the environment through the 3Rs – reduce, recycle and reuse. The delivery of the FS’s core services are made possible by a dynamic and driven approach that has led to the organisation becoming a diverse and innovative flagship social enterprise.The Furniture Scheme’s ethos is one of equality, enablement and involvement; particular focus is placed on providing opportunities to the unemployed and socially disadvantaged. The FS has successfully broadened its horizons to tackle a multitude of social problems and remove the longstanding barriers that confront the perennially disadvantaged. In an ever changing political and social landscape the FS continues to practice what is preaches – “We see value in everything, especially people”.As a Social Enterprise, 100% of funds raised are reinvested into the organisation. There are no shareholders or anyone else profiting from our operation; if we manage to make a profit we use this to support growth and help more people. We are always very grateful for any donation whether it’s furniture or cash. Show less

PQASSO is the leading quality standard developed for the sector, by the sector. PQASSO’s flexibility means it can be used by all types of third sector organisations, including charities, social enterprises, community interest companies and community groups. It is appropriate for organisations of all sizes, from those with a handful of employees, to organisations with over 2,000 employees. Over 14,000 organisations have made PQASSO their standard of choice.Organisations can apply for the… Show more PQASSO is the leading quality standard developed for the sector, by the sector. PQASSO’s flexibility means it can be used by all types of third sector organisations, including charities, social enterprises, community interest companies and community groups. It is appropriate for organisations of all sizes, from those with a handful of employees, to organisations with over 2,000 employees. Over 14,000 organisations have made PQASSO their standard of choice.Organisations can apply for the PQASSO Quality Mark, a nationally recognised award that offers users as well as commissioners and funders external verification of the quality and credibility of an organisation. Show less

'The Cathedral of the Marches'

Family Action transforms lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation across England.We have been building stronger families since 1869 – today working with over 45,000 families through 120 community-based services. Thousands more are supported financially through our national small grants programmes.Reaching out to those in need, we strengthen families and communities, build skills and… Show more Family Action transforms lives by providing practical, emotional and financial support to those who are experiencing poverty, disadvantage and social isolation across England.We have been building stronger families since 1869 – today working with over 45,000 families through 120 community-based services. Thousands more are supported financially through our national small grants programmes.Reaching out to those in need, we strengthen families and communities, build skills and resilience and improve the life chances of everyone we work with.Our services are innovative; we believe in the strengths within families and our approach to support which can achieve maximum impact. We seek to empower everyone we work with so we add significant value – to the lives of services users, to those who commission services and to those who create policy and influence change for the future. Find out more about how we monitor and evaluate our work.Family Action has a strong and successful history of building stronger families, and as we look to the future our values and behaviours define us and underpin all the work we do. We can achieve our ambitions by always:Being people focusedReflecting a ‘can do’ approachStriving for excellence in everything we doHaving mutual respect for everyone we work with, work for and support through our services Show less

Queens Regt (Pte to LCpl, 1969 to 1970)7 Fd Sqn RE (Spr, 1970 to 1972)Commando Forces (59 Indep Cdo Sqn RE) (Spr to Cpl, 1972 to 1974)RMA Sandhurst (1975/6)Airborne Forces (9 Indep Para Sqn RE (Lt to Capt, 1976 to 1979)RSME (Capt 1979 to 1980)HQ 3 Inf Bde (Capt, 1980)26 Armd Engr Sqn (Capt, 1981 to 1982)Staff College (Maj, 1982 to 1983)MOD (Mil Ops, Maj, 1983 to 1985)55 Trg Sqn RE (Maj, 1985 to 1987)77 Armd Engr Sqn (Maj, 1987 to 1989)MOD (QMG… Show more Queens Regt (Pte to LCpl, 1969 to 1970)7 Fd Sqn RE (Spr, 1970 to 1972)Commando Forces (59 Indep Cdo Sqn RE) (Spr to Cpl, 1972 to 1974)RMA Sandhurst (1975/6)Airborne Forces (9 Indep Para Sqn RE (Lt to Capt, 1976 to 1979)RSME (Capt 1979 to 1980)HQ 3 Inf Bde (Capt, 1980)26 Armd Engr Sqn (Capt, 1981 to 1982)Staff College (Maj, 1982 to 1983)MOD (Mil Ops, Maj, 1983 to 1985)55 Trg Sqn RE (Maj, 1985 to 1987)77 Armd Engr Sqn (Maj, 1987 to 1989)MOD (QMG, Maj to Lt Col, 1989 to 1995)PJHQ (Lt Col, 1995 to 2002)MOD (DCDS(H), Lt Col 2002 to 2005) Show less