Web Version - 12 February 2010
The Ups Club has had various constitutions over the years
(copies at end). The current constitution was accepted and ratified at a Special General Meeting (SGM) on 18
December 2008. A web version of the constitution was made and deposited here on
12 February 2010.
· Web Version
- click here for access to current
constitution
· PDF Version
- click here to download current
constitution
The
UPS Club Mission
On behalf of the
Royal Marsden Hospital Foundation Trust and the Institute of Cancer Research,
the Ups Club aims to provide affordable, accessible sport and leisure
facilities for its members regardless of background. With both the physical and
mental well being of the staff uppermost in mind, the club runs a diverse
number of sporting activities to provide this service.
The club aims to
remove any barriers to participation in sport through the on-site provision of
a subsidised swimming pool, squash court, tennis court and other sports
facilities. The club promotes sport as a great way to meet people, keep fit,
socialise, relax and reduce stress levels. Coaching is available for some
activities, notably Squash to facilitate the thriving squash leagues.
The pH bar is fully
committed to being a responsible drinks retailer, and as such will not serve
alcohol to those under age, nor to those intoxicated. Low-prices for soft
drinks are maintained, and low alcohol lager is always available. The bar is
further committed to fitting in with its surroundings. This includes being
mindful of residents in the local area and especially patients in the nearby
wards.
Social groups are
free to use the bar as a meeting area. Currently this provides a common room
for the students and a relaxed space for the reading group. No group is to be
discriminated against for any reason. As the bar is run solely by volunteers it
also promotes a community activity of its own. The social activities of the
club are to strengthen the sense of belonging across both the London and Sutton
campuses by providing a number of events throughout the year for which
transport to and from the club is provided.
The Club aims to
improve community use of the hall locally and make more use of it for RMH/ICR
business, as it is one of the largest rooms available to both institutions. The
swimming pool through the honorary and associate membership scheme is already
an invaluable asset to many retired and former employees who have remained in
the area.
The club therefore
has a role in the wider community and within both RMH/ICR to provide a sense of
social community and is an invaluable enhancement to our working lives.
Management
of the UPS Club - Duties of UPS Club Committee Members
The duties of the Chairman, Honorary Treasurer &
Secretary, and Special Members and Representatives can be accessed by clicking here.
· 1998 Version
- click here for access to the 1998
constitution. Unknown whether this was ratified.
· 1987
Draft Version - not yet available for access to the 1987
un-ratified (draft) copy.
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