B - News Reports February 2016 to - Master Graeme Monteith
New historical photo comes to light from our Senior Past Master Michael May
The company enters a Float in 1991 Lord Mayors Show on 9th November for Sir Brian Jenkins , 664th Lord Mayor of London.
A fine display of Barbour Jackets! But who is who?
Second from right end is the then Senior Warden Richard Rooley (Master 92/93) and third from right is the then Middle Warden Peter Olley (Master 93/94). Between Peter Olley and Master Michael May is The Mistress of The Company at that time Mrs Zanta May.
2nd June - Sir Christopher Wren Banquet at Drapers` Hall in The City of London
This years Sir Christopher Wren Banquet took place in amid the wonderful splendor of Drapers’ Hall. The Company turned out in strength and more than 180 of us sat down for dinner with the Masters of the Carpenters, Painter-Stainers, Masons, Plumbers, Apothecary’s, Glass sellers, Builders Merchants, Chartered Architects & Parish Clerks accompanied by their Partners & Consorts. The Company enjoyed a lovely meal served in a correct but relaxed atmosphere. The Master’s Principle Guest His Hon Judge Peter Rook gave an amusing speak where the Clerk go off lighter that the Master, when the Old Baily's records were raided….not a cattle rustler in sight! Peter Rook is well known for the production of “More Trial and Error” each year, (The judges support for the Sheriff’s and Recorders fund), as well as dealing with some of the grimmer trails of recent years. The musical entertainment came via the Band of the Royal Marines Association and finished with the Post Horn Gallop with the horn blower, circling the room whist not dropping a note. All in all a successful and enjoyable evening which showed the Company off in a very good light.
The Master, Mistress and Wardens with Ladies at pre Dinner Reception
Senior Warden Ian Mason, Renter Warden Mike Parrett with The Clerk Kim Tyrrell share a light hearted moment before dinner
The Master with The Wardens and VIP Guests at Dinner in Drapers` Hall
22nd April - Honorary Court Assistant Liveryman Bob Heathfield PPCIOB
City Livery Club “Root & Branch Award” for 2016 as an individual who has made a noteworthy contribution to the Livery. HERE
8th March - Liveryman Christine Gausden RD FCIOB
This year as part of International Women’s Day and Athena SWAN activities at Greenwich University asked Aurora participants and mentors and Athena SWAN teams (Staff & Undergraduates) to nominate inspirational women, men or trans people working within the University of Greenwich who have made a difference to gender equality. This might be for a specific achievement, or a more general comment on their values and attributes.
The Master & Wardens extend the congratulations of the whole company to Christine
24th February - Livery Briefing
The Livery Committee, in association with the Town Clerk's Department at the City of London, produce a bi-monthly newsletter Livery Briefing, distributed to Clerks by email, and often posted at livery company websites.
They can all be seen on Livery Committee Website HERE
11th February 2016 - Livery & Awards Dinner held at Haberdashers` Hall, City of London
The Master Graeme Monteith & Mistress Mrs Kirsteen Monteith with The Wardens and Guests of The Company including Sheriff Dr Christine Rigden, Alderman Dr Andrew Parmley, Air Vice Marshal Richard Knighton and visiting Masters.
The Master held our Annual Livery & Awards Dinner to recognise many scholars and individuals with whom The Company is rightly proud to be associated with.
Our many scholarships we award each year were recognised and special awards to other scholars made.
Our valued affiliations long term with our military are celebrated and very special awards made each year.
Guests of the Master included:
Alderman Dr Andrew Parmley - who proposed the toast to The Company
Sheriff Dr Christine Rigden (Above talking with Air Vice Marshal Richard Knighton)
Air Vice Marshal Richard Knighton, Assistant Chief of The Air Staff
Bill Mahony, Master Plaisterer
Andrew Hubbard, Master Insurer
Terry Last, Master Paviour
Lady Davies, Master Chartered Surveyor
Michael Goodridge, Master Arbitrator
Peter Hall, Master Water Conservator
John Rowell, Master Lightmonger
Air Vice Marshal Patrick O`Reilly CB, Master Engineer
Lt Cdr James Thompson RN, Senior Officer HMS Lancaster
Chris Chivers, President Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB)
Lt Cdr Mohayed Magzoub RN, Liaison Officer HMS Lancaster
Lt Col Richard Hawkins MBE RE, CO 101 Regiment
Sqn Ldr Colin Green, OC 5001 Sqn RAF
The following awards were made:-
Chief Petty Officer Graham Mawdsley HMS LANCASTER PRIZE
The Air Commodore Dow Trophy is awarded Acting Corporal(A/Cpl) Chris Shaw. He was a key figure in the dismantling of 2 sunshades at Mussanah Air Base, Oman, in June 2015; not only drawing praise for his physical stamina and hard working ethics, but also in the way he questioned established processes, resulting in a method to reduce damage to the sunshade skins during the removal process being implemented. During the high profile build of a combination of structures in support of the Operation SHADER Reaper detachment, Shaw again came to the fore. Reveling in the having command and control over his subordinates, ensuring that his team were well supervised and took adequate breaks in the harsh environment. His eye for detail on this, and other tasks have enabled rapid solutions to emergent problems to be put in to place. A/Cpl Shaw is highly recommended for the 2015 Air Commodore Dow Memorial Trophy.
Air Vice Marshal Richard Knighton joins 5001 Sqn Party led by Sqn Ldr Colin Green OC (right) with A Cpl Chris Shaw (center) and Liveryman Snq Ldr Mike Alden RAF (left) together with Past Master David Hattersley MBE a former member of Sqn 5001
Royal Charter Award for Excellence
Pictured: Dr Mike Gallop (left), Graeme Monteith The Master of The Worshipful Company of Constructors and Robbie Burns (right)
During the storms of early February 2014, the railway line between Exeter and Plymouth was washed into the sea at Dawlish. This is the only rail line connecting South Devon and Cornwall to the rest of the country, and the loss represented a serious economic threat to the region. Network Rail staff were at the site within minutes of the first reports of damage, and in some cases assisted the emergency services in evacuating homes. In the longer term, significant numbers of staff subsequently relocated to a temporary base in Dawlish for weeks or months. Their task was to reinstate the rail service and repair not only the main breach, but also the many other points of damage along the seafront line. In addition to the main breach, Network Rail’s integrated plan ensured the completion of works to the station, the sea wall, the signalling and the public walkway. The fact that COBRA took a close interest in the progress indicates how serious the situation was.
Some weeks after work commenced, a landslip was identified further along the track, with around 20,000 tonnes of earth balanced precariously above the line – the biggest single landslip in the history of this railway. Despite this the line was completed and reopened on the morning of April 4th, 52 days after the initial damage. The Prime Minister was amongst hundreds who celebrated this moment at the station. The works had required 500 tonnes of steel and 5,000 tonnes of cement at the main breach. The repairs cost around £15M for the main breach plus another £20M for other works.
Nathan Clothier David Tong Cup (London South Bank University)
Having previously held various roles as a Quantity Surveyor and then Site Manager for a number of employers in the UK, Nathan relocated to Jersey. In 2008 he took up a role as Project Manager and subsequently as Director of Jayen Limited, more recently taking up a new role as a Senior Quantity Surveyor at AC Mauger Construction. In 2013 he embarked on his studies with London South Bank University on the BSc (Hons) Construction Management Degree. In common with so many on construction related courses Nathan has managed to successfully complete his studies whilst holding down a full time job. Throughout his studies Nathan has produced work of the highest standards. Of course Nathan didn’t just stop at producing exceptional coursework, his drive and determination to succeed meant that he consistently achieved some of the highest marks in examinations further proving that his knowledge and understanding is second to none.
Luke Sims: Constructors Prize
Luke graduated from the University of Westminster in June 2015 with a First Class Honours Degree in Architectural Technology. Luke undertook the degree course on a part time (day release) basis whilst employed with Ingleton Wood, a multi-disciplinary building consultancy, providing architecture, building services engineering, building surveying, structural engineering, planning and sustainability advice. Throughout the duration of his course Luke achieved consistently high grades in his modules, culminating in the award of a first class honours degree. Such a level of performance is obviously exceptional, but to achieve it whilst having to balance his studies with the demands of full time employment is clear evidence of Luke’s commitment. He is a worthy recipient of the Constructor’s Prize.
December 2015 Dinner with The Sheriff Dr Christine Rigden
At the very generous and kind invitation to dine at The Old Bailey as her guests, The Court and Partners joined Dr Christine & Stephen Rigden for an unforgettable experience.
Here The Master, Graeme Monteith rises to express the thanks of The Court to Christine.
Past Master Patricia Newton BSc (Hons) Arch Dip (Hons) Arch RIBA sat by chance before the beautiful silver Bon Bon Tray she most generously donated to The Company on the occasion of the presentation of our Royal Charter on the night of 14th April 2011 when she was Master of The Company.