March started with the City of London Guide Lecturer Association 11th Annual Derek Melluish Lecture at the Dutch Church in Austin Friars. It was given by the Rt Hon, the Lord Cope of Berkeley. He was a former Conservative MP and Government Minister and now an energetic member of their House of Lords. He talked about his political life and the number of positions he held during his political career. Now in his 70's Lord Cope sits in the House of Lords and offers his wide ranging experience to the members and in debates.
Very interesting.
So was the building. It was designed by Arthur Bailey and completed in 1954 in a style that I would describe as 'stripped classical'.
Then there was the Modern Companies' Dinner at the Wax Chandlers' Hall. The Hall is not square - this has a strange effect on one's spatial perception. The City Remembrancer was the guest speaker. He described Livery events as "protocol, alcohol and cholesterol". I couldn't possibly comment.
The following day was the WCCA visit to the Middle Temple, pictures of which, taken by Geoffrey Purves, are on the last blog post. This visit was followed by a convivial supper at El Vino.
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