A POINT OF VIEW
The Essex Field Club is, in my opinion, well qualified
to hold the title for being the premier Natural History
Society in the county. Its aims and ideals have stood well
the test of its 91 years of existence, and under its
dedicated and erudite administration, the membership enjoys
a wide and varied programme of activities. Despite this
proud claim, the membership is drawn principally from
within the metropolitan area, with Stratford as the base for
meeting and business. However, faced with the processes
of urban renewal and a rising population in the county, more
aware these days of their natural heritage, the need for the
club to base itself further within the county could be deemed
desirable. The positional advantages that once obtained at
Stratford are now to be found at Ilford or Romford, and a
carefully phased move would serve to make the club more
attractive to those living further afield without unduly
inconveniencing the main body of the membership. It would
be hoped that such a progress might be welcomed by many and help
to strengthen the membership figures.
Kevin Byrne
(Editors- I must point out that the views expressed in this
Bulletin may not necessarily be those of the Council,
Nevertheless, the Bulletin exists as a free platform for the
airing of members views. Kevin Byrne may have a good point
here, and I should welcome any correspondence, for or against,
for publication in the next issue.)
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DEFENDERS OF ESSEX ASSOCIATION
A new organisation, The Defenders of Essex, has been
formed, widening the scope of the Action Committee against
Foulness Airport into a nation-wide movement. Further
information can be obtained from the Secretary, Trevor N.
Hunter, 8, Connought Gardens, Shoeburyness, Essex.
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