Dear Members,
Further to our announcement made on August 2nd 2016 that Surfing GB and the English Surfing Federation plan to merge our organisations, we are pleased to provide notice of our combined extraordinary general meeting (EGM) in Perranporth on October 8th at 18:30.
We would like to extend a warm invite to members of both organisations to attend the EGM that will take place at The Watering Hole, on Perranporth beach, during the weekend of the British National Surf Championships.
We are happy to update you that plans are progressing well for the merger. We have been working closely with Sport England and our legal team. The boards of both Surfing GB and the English Surfing Federation recommend that members approve the following changes at the EGM;
Important notice; who can attend and who can vote?
Only Surfing GB or English Surfing Federation Members with a current membership can attend the EGM and only current Members are allowed to vote. Surfer, surf coach, judge, surf club and surf school members are entitled to 1 vote each.
Members who are unable to attend can submit a proxy vote, attached is the form to be submitted for this within the notice.
Please note that there will be a limited time allocated for Q&A at the meeting, we therefore request that if you have any questions on the merger that you first visit our merger announcement and FAQ's or take the time in coming weeks to contact info@surfinggb.com or info@englishsurfing.co.uk with any queries. If you wish for a question to be raised on the evening please submit this in advance to the same email no later than 48hrs prior to the meeting.
Kind Regards
Bruce Daniel
Chair of Surfing GB Board of Directors
&
Andy Sturt
Chairman of the English Surfing Federation
Further to our announcement made on August 2nd 2016 that Surfing GB and the English Surfing Federation plan to merge our organisations, we are pleased to provide notice of our combined extraordinary general meeting (EGM) in Perranporth on October 8th at 18:30.
We would like to extend a warm invite to members of both organisations to attend the EGM that will take place at The Watering Hole, on Perranporth beach, during the weekend of the British National Surf Championships.
We are happy to update you that plans are progressing well for the merger. We have been working closely with Sport England and our legal team. The boards of both Surfing GB and the English Surfing Federation recommend that members approve the following changes at the EGM;
- Updating the Articles of Surfing NGB Ltd (Surfing GB Company) in line with Sport England guidance. – CLICK to view the articles in Wordor PDF version – (Surfing GB members vote only). Including;
- Amending the remit of the company to England and not Great Britain and noting that the effect of the Articles is that members outside of England will no longer be represented.
- In line with Sport England guidance, amending the governance provisions to have a maximum of 12 directors, 3 of whom are co-opted by the Directors for particular skills needed by the Board and with a 6 year limit to terms of office.
- To authorise the members of the management committee of the ESF to complete the transfer and wind up the unincorporated association on dates to be decided by the management committee of ESF (ESF members vote only)
- To approve the transfer of assets, liabilities and activities from ESF to Surfing NGB Ltd.
- Merger of Surfing GB and The English Surfing Federation under a single legal entity. (All members vote)
Important notice; who can attend and who can vote?
Only Surfing GB or English Surfing Federation Members with a current membership can attend the EGM and only current Members are allowed to vote. Surfer, surf coach, judge, surf club and surf school members are entitled to 1 vote each.
Members who are unable to attend can submit a proxy vote, attached is the form to be submitted for this within the notice.
Please note that there will be a limited time allocated for Q&A at the meeting, we therefore request that if you have any questions on the merger that you first visit our merger announcement and FAQ's or take the time in coming weeks to contact info@surfinggb.com or info@englishsurfing.co.uk with any queries. If you wish for a question to be raised on the evening please submit this in advance to the same email no later than 48hrs prior to the meeting.
Kind Regards
Bruce Daniel
Chair of Surfing GB Board of Directors
&
Andy Sturt
Chairman of the English Surfing Federation
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English Surfing Federation & Surfing GB Announce Merger Plans
The English Surfing Federation and Surfing GB are proud to announce plans for a merger of their organisations. Building on the heritage of the English Surfing Federation (ESF) and the expertise of Surfing GB (SGB), the united body will create a unified National Governing Body for the sport of surfing in England, and will be known as the English Surfing Federation.
This decision has been made for the benefit and future of English Surfers and Surfing. The timeframe has been agreed with the International Surfing Association (ISA) and Sport England for the transition to a single consolidated body. With support and funding provided by Sport England; the day to day and legal work associated with this game changing decision is already underway. Scheduling an expected completion date for NGB recognition with Sport England by March 2017.
Click here and watch the video of this exciting announcement
“We are pleased that Surfing GB and the English Surfing Federation are joining forces to become a stronger voice for surfing in England. The new English Surfing Federation will be able to not only articulate the needs of those already surfing but also reach out to those considering taking up the sport” said Sport England’s Director of Sport Phil Smith.
In line with this public announcement a message of business as usual has been expressed by both organisations, with staff and volunteers continuing to work to deliver NGB services to the members.
Both organisations invite members to a joint Extraordinary General Meeting to be held in Perranporth on Saturday October 8th during the British National Surf Championships event.
“This exciting change will bring about the formal recognition of the National Governing Body (NGB) by Sport England and open the door for applications for sports funding to be made, which has long been the desire for both organisations” Andy Sturt, ESF Chairman. “The timing of this merger comes at a key moment for Surfing in England with consistent growth of our beloved sport and even the potential for Olympic inclusion on the horizon”.
Click here and watch the video of this exciting announcement
Bruce Daniel, Chair of SGB said “the need for bringing in government support and funding to Surfing and the real prospect of Olympic inclusion for surfing in the coming years, means it is vital that we get official government recognition for English Surfers, alongside those of Wales and Scotland who already enjoy that recognition in their home nations. This change will mean that English surfers have a voice at highest level. We would like to thank our Welsh, Scottish and Channel Islands members for their support as we are confident that they will receive great service from their Home Nation Federations going forward”.
Nick Rees, operations manager of SGB who will oversee the technical work of the merger said: “This is fantastic news for English surfers and we can’t wait to bring about this change, I can reassure our members and affiliated clubs and schools that there will be no disruption to service, with all operations continuing as normal as we build a better future”.
SGB has developed significantly since its inception in 2010 and now finds itself with a professionally staffed office, dedicated Volunteers, and a large membership of surfers, surf clubs, surf schools and coaches. This success has also been seen through the consistent delivery of National events and the attraction of committed sponsors and a professional service to members.
The merger will breathe energy into the developing English NGB. With over 40 years of history the ESF brings a wealth of experience to the relationship. Engaging with higher educational establishments it passes on its knowledge and administrative skills in sports development and organisation. An institution that has truly stood the test of time; its appeal has seen support from local businesses through to international sponsorships. The English National championships feature as a highlight of the competitive surfing calendar; serving as a selection event for attendance at the annual European championships across the disciplines of shortboard, longboard, stand up paddle and Bodyboard.
The months ahead will be a time for planning and progress leading to the Extraordinary General Meeting in October. The proposed new English Surfing Federation looks forward to the future, working with the English surfing community, the Federations of Wales, Scotland and the Channel Islands. The organisations now move forward with a commitment to ensuring the same professionalism, dedication and success that has been enjoyed in recent years.
The English Surfing Federation and Surfing GB are proud to announce plans for a merger of their organisations. Building on the heritage of the English Surfing Federation (ESF) and the expertise of Surfing GB (SGB), the united body will create a unified National Governing Body for the sport of surfing in England, and will be known as the English Surfing Federation.
This decision has been made for the benefit and future of English Surfers and Surfing. The timeframe has been agreed with the International Surfing Association (ISA) and Sport England for the transition to a single consolidated body. With support and funding provided by Sport England; the day to day and legal work associated with this game changing decision is already underway. Scheduling an expected completion date for NGB recognition with Sport England by March 2017.
Click here and watch the video of this exciting announcement
“We are pleased that Surfing GB and the English Surfing Federation are joining forces to become a stronger voice for surfing in England. The new English Surfing Federation will be able to not only articulate the needs of those already surfing but also reach out to those considering taking up the sport” said Sport England’s Director of Sport Phil Smith.
In line with this public announcement a message of business as usual has been expressed by both organisations, with staff and volunteers continuing to work to deliver NGB services to the members.
Both organisations invite members to a joint Extraordinary General Meeting to be held in Perranporth on Saturday October 8th during the British National Surf Championships event.
“This exciting change will bring about the formal recognition of the National Governing Body (NGB) by Sport England and open the door for applications for sports funding to be made, which has long been the desire for both organisations” Andy Sturt, ESF Chairman. “The timing of this merger comes at a key moment for Surfing in England with consistent growth of our beloved sport and even the potential for Olympic inclusion on the horizon”.
Click here and watch the video of this exciting announcement
Bruce Daniel, Chair of SGB said “the need for bringing in government support and funding to Surfing and the real prospect of Olympic inclusion for surfing in the coming years, means it is vital that we get official government recognition for English Surfers, alongside those of Wales and Scotland who already enjoy that recognition in their home nations. This change will mean that English surfers have a voice at highest level. We would like to thank our Welsh, Scottish and Channel Islands members for their support as we are confident that they will receive great service from their Home Nation Federations going forward”.
Nick Rees, operations manager of SGB who will oversee the technical work of the merger said: “This is fantastic news for English surfers and we can’t wait to bring about this change, I can reassure our members and affiliated clubs and schools that there will be no disruption to service, with all operations continuing as normal as we build a better future”.
SGB has developed significantly since its inception in 2010 and now finds itself with a professionally staffed office, dedicated Volunteers, and a large membership of surfers, surf clubs, surf schools and coaches. This success has also been seen through the consistent delivery of National events and the attraction of committed sponsors and a professional service to members.
The merger will breathe energy into the developing English NGB. With over 40 years of history the ESF brings a wealth of experience to the relationship. Engaging with higher educational establishments it passes on its knowledge and administrative skills in sports development and organisation. An institution that has truly stood the test of time; its appeal has seen support from local businesses through to international sponsorships. The English National championships feature as a highlight of the competitive surfing calendar; serving as a selection event for attendance at the annual European championships across the disciplines of shortboard, longboard, stand up paddle and Bodyboard.
The months ahead will be a time for planning and progress leading to the Extraordinary General Meeting in October. The proposed new English Surfing Federation looks forward to the future, working with the English surfing community, the Federations of Wales, Scotland and the Channel Islands. The organisations now move forward with a commitment to ensuring the same professionalism, dedication and success that has been enjoyed in recent years.
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