On the eve of the December Quarterly Communication of United Grand Lodge, the Rev’d Canon Richard Hawkins was dined out in style at the Rag (Army & Navy Club) on Pall Mall, London, in the company of the RW Provincial Grand Master Robert Frankl, the Deputy Provincial Grand Master, John Griffin and all of the current Assistant Provincial Grand Masters.

Organised by WBro Simon Archer, the Dinner, held in the wonderful surroundings of the club, felt like an appropriate way to say thank you to Richard for his wonderful service, wise counsel and friendship during his term as an Assistant Provincial Grand Master.

The following day saw a very interesting meeting of Quarterly Communication of Grand Lodge, which included a report on the Third Pillar Review Strategy and a most inspirational talk between the MW Pro Grand Master and Paralympic Gold Medal Winning Rower Bro Ben Prtitchard. More East Lancashire Brethren were able to be in attendance at the Lunch after the Meeting which was held in the Connaught Rooms, rounding off a wonderful couple of days in the Capital.