Topic 1: I believe that the 50th Reunion should be held in the Midlands area where it has been held in recent years. Without knowing where in the UK those who attend are living, the area would appear to be equidistant for most. The facilities offered at the Windmill Village Hotel, although not yet seen and tried, would appear to offer what is needed as regards accommodation, meals, golf, etc.
Topic 2: The Form of the 50th Reunion to be much the same as for recent Reunions. Consideration to be given as to who the Guest Speaker might be – preferably a serving or retired senior Airborne warrior.
Topic 3: Post 2025 the majority of current Association members are likely to be in their 70s and older. Those living may well wish to continue keeping in touch and meeting but I agree, as others have suggested, that this might be done on a less formal basis. However, I consider that the real problem will be, who would organize these events. Would any who have served in the Guards Parachute Platoon be prepared to take on the several Committee positions, required to manage the the Association. If not, I do not believe, sadly, that the GPA could continue after 2025.
Angus Wall
