THE May meeting was the annual meeting together with the opportunity to consider the resolution which was discussed at the National Federation’s Annual General Meeting in Leeds.

The meeting began with the secretary’s report on the activities during the previous year – it was interesting to relive the experience of listening to many excellent speakers and places which had been visited.

The presentation of the financial statement followed.

It had been a successful year.

Income and expenditure for the period showed a small surplus for the year so the new financial year was starting on a firm footing. There was an acknowledgement to members for their support in the fundraising which had ensured a surplus.

The group bursary would be used to fund an open meeting in autumn focusing on floral arrangements.

The nomination and election of the committee followed and the current president was reappointed.

The WI adviser guided members through the resolution for the National Annual Meeting. The resolution identified the need to raise awareness of the need for organ donation. After discussion and comments, members voted in favour.

A quiz to identify and name samples of flowers and leaves followed.

The next meeting will be the garden meeting, to be held in a member’s garden starting at the earlier time of 6pm Cookhill WI meets the second Wednesday of each month at 7.30pm at Cookhill Village Hall. New members very welcome.