September 2001

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New Appointments

The Association is pleased to announce two new additions to the staff

David Green has been appointed as the Association’s new Employment Officer. He will be the first point of contact for members requiring advice on employment issues, either as an employee or as a manager. He will also be responsible for co-ordinating ACM’s caseworker service. Over the past ten years David has worked for the General Federation of Trade Unions (GFTU) and the Knitwear and Textiles Union. He starts work at the Leicester office in September.

Kavita Bachada has been appointed as a Legal Adviser and Caseworker. She will be the Association’s first full-time caseworker and will also provide advice to members and staff on employment legislation. Kavita has been employed by the CRE as an employment adviser in Leeds and, more recently, by Liverpool Citizens Advice Bureau. Kavita will join ACM at the beginning of October.

ELECTIONS TO ACM COUNCIL

We are nearing the time of year when we seek nominations for representatives to be elected onto ACM Council and would like to take this opportunity to brief you on the important role of Council members.

As a member of ACM Council you will have an opportunity to:

  • shape national policies through debates on consultations, issues on pay and conditions and general developments affecting the sector

  • represent ACM on national working groups

  • chair seminars/debates with key personalities from the sector speaking on issues of national concern

  • contribute to professional development

  • network with managers from all over the UK

  • be involved in national pay negotiations

There are 4 Council meetings each year, which are held Friday lunchtime through to Saturday lunchtime at venues throughout the UK.

We would very much welcome new members onto Council. If you feel you could make a contribution, don’t be bashful, complete the nomination form and return it to us. Women and black managers are particularly encouraged to consider joining Council.

If you are interested in joining ACM Council, look out for the nomination form to be sent to members next month and if you would like further information, call or email Peter Pendle, General Secretary, (tel: 0116 275 5076 email: peterpendle@acm.uk.com) who would be very pleased to speak to you.