Fund Raising 12 year old JJ

17th October 2025 &nbsZ;10:49am - 12th August 2026 &nbsZ;11:00am
Venue: Switzerland International Scouts

Fund Raising for JJ

 

I am a GMB member and my son JJ, aged 12, has been a proud member of 1st Mossley Scouts for the past 7 years. Through dedication, and a love for adventure, he’s been selected to join an incredible international trip to the Kandersteg International Scout Centre in Switzerland in August 2026.

This once-in-a-lifetime experience brings together Scouts from around the world to explore the Swiss Alps, take part in adventurous activities, and live the spirit of global Scouting. You can read more about the trip on this Scout link

https://www.gmescouts.org.uk/k26

 

To make this dream a reality, JJ is fundraising to cover the £1,550 cost of the trip. Every contribution—big or small—will help him take part in this unforgettable journey and hope to break our £500 target.

If you’d like to support JJ and help him represent 1st Mossley Scouts on the international stage, we’d be incredibly grateful.

Thank you for helping JJ take this big step in his Scouting adventure.

‘Just Giving’ site to donate and see the progress

Lights Show

2nd December 2025 &nbsZ;5:00pm - 18th December 2025 &nbsZ;8:00pm
Venue: Willow Wood Hospice Ashton

Free Entry

Details HERE

Each night features a different local choir bringing seasonal cheer, along with refreshments and festive stalls to explore. It’s a joyful, festive event that brings together families and friends, creating cherished memories together at this special time of year.

 

So, wrap up warm, bring your loved ones, and soak in the beautiful lights that brighten up not just our gardens, but our hearts too. Come and be part of a community tradition that truly shines!

 

The Garden of Lights is open from 5pm to 8pm on the following dates:

 

Tuesday 2nd December 2025

Thursday 4th December 2025

Tuesday 9th December 2025

Thursday 11th December 2025

Saturday 13th December 2025 (cancelled due to unforeseen circumstances)

Tuesday 16th December 2025

Thursday 18th December 2025

 

Union Branch Representative Meeting

1st January 2026 &nbsZ;1:00pm - 31st January 2026 &nbsZ;3:00pm
Venue: Branch Office

There are branch union representative meetings (more frequent). Where your representatives discuss union and member issues. You can contact your representative to raise any issues at these meetings.

Next Union Representatives meeting date:

Date: TBC -Jan 2026

Time: 13:00

Union Branch members meeting

1st January 2026 &nbsZ;2:00pm - 31st January 2026 &nbsZ;4:00pm
Venue: Jan 2026 DATE & VENUE TBC.

There are Branch meetings (less frequent). Which is the place where members can find out what is happening in the workplace and have a voice on what the union and members can do for each other.

You are entitled to request from your manager, the time to attend these meetings.

 

Next Branch meeting date & venue TBC:

 

Date: January 2026 Date to be confirmed

Time:

Venue:

 

Agenda:

TBC

AOB

Workplace stress

14th January 2026 &nbsZ;2:00pm - 4:56pm
Venue: Webinar

Webinar: Workplace stress – understanding the risks, taking action:

Register HERE

Workplace stress isn’t ‘just part of the job’ it’s a serious risk to both mental and physical health. Join our first webinar of 2026 to explore:

 

The main causes of workplace stress and its impact on wellbeing.

 

What employers should be doing to prevent and manage stress.

 

How reps can identify risks, support members, and campaign for safer workplaces.

 

We’ll also be launching new resources to help you assess work-related stress and plan an organising response.