Customarily, the Privileges Committee of Aldermen would, at this time of year, be turning its attention to appraising Aldermen for progression to high office in future years. However, in these unprecedented times following the outbreak of COVID-19, its focus is…
Following the recent sad demise of our long-serving Almoner, Michèl Burrell, the Master and Wardens are very pleased to announce that Liveryman and Steward, Cheryl Moreton has agreed to take over this important role within the Company. The word “Almoner”…
In these unusual and challenging times the Lord Mayor has sent a message to all members of the Livery which can be downloaded here.
At these testing times our Honorary Chaplain, Revd Canon David Parrott, has recorded a message to all the livery companies with which he is associated. That message can be viewed at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6ZuUDrvIILE
The current restrictions on travel and public assembly, as well as the closure of the hostelry that we normally frequent, proved to be a challenge that the hardened networking members felt obliged to rise to and, indeed, overcome. So, using…
The Worshipful Company of Constructors is very mindful of the current situation and, like many other City organisations, is cancelling or deferring many of its events and meetings. The details are contained in the Master's latest letter to Members, which…
The Master Certificate Scheme awards were distributed by Alderman William Russell, the Lord Mayor of London, at a ceremony in the Egyptian Room at the Mansion House on Monday 2 March 2020. The Worshipful Company of Constructors was again part of the ceremony…
One of the organisers, Freeman Stewart Owen writes: "The Worshipful Company of Constructors was delighted to hold the second ‘Worshipful Informal Networking Event’ aka ‘Wine O’clock’ on 6th February 2020. There was an excellent turnout including a healthy representation of…
Shrove Tuesday dawned dry and bright, but chilly, and saw the running of the 16th Inter- Livery Pancake Races in Guildhall Yard. The event was organised by the Worshipful Company of Poulters, and was held in Guildhall Yard by courtesy of…
It was with great sadness that we recently learned that our Honorary Member and Almoner, Michèle Burrell had lost her battle with cancer and had died. Michèle was a much loved and respected member of the Company, and as PM…