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Comrie Development Trust

History of the Trust

In May 2005 the Comrie Development Group was formed following an exceptional presentation in the village by the Westray Development Trust from Orkney. Those attending were inspired by what can be achieved by a local community to secure the long-term health and vitality of their area. Over the next year the Group worked with local people and groups to explore the potential of a Development Trust for Comrie.

Trust details

Established:	2006
Legal Status:	Company Limited by guarantee with Charitable Status
Staff:	1 temporary
Annual turnover:	£5,000
Area of Operation:	Comrie & surrounding rural area, Perthshire. Population 1900

What we do

In October 2005 the Group held a major community meeting to introduce the idea of a Development Trust and discuss priorities for action. The meeting agreed to establish a Development Trust for the village and prioritised a number of themes including:

• Meeting the needs of young people

• Care for the elderly and vulnerable

• Affordable housing and workspace

• Multi-purpose sports facility at Laggan Park

• Renewable energy and sustainable development

• Village paths network

• The future of Cultybraggan army camp

• Improving communication between local groups

• Developing social enterprises

Crucially the meeting emphasised the importance of working in partnership with local groups while developing new ideas and projects.

Cultybraggan

While Cultybraggan is taking up considerable effort by members of the Trust just now, however we are also working on a number of other projects including an off road route between Comrie and Crieff, the community cinema, renewable energy for public buildings and a community composting site.

The Trust has approached the Laggan Park Committee to discuss possible improvements to the facilities available at the park. Membership of the Trust is now over 500. This makes it one of the best represented Trusts in Scotland a status it acheived only six-months after formation. Your support is welcome and further information can be obtained from Fran Loots on 0774 679785 or via Email: .

How we’re funded

Local fundraising and volunteering.

Contact:

Fran Loots

Company Secretary

Tel: 01764 679785

E mail:

CDT Board

There are 12 elected seats and 3 co-opted seats. It is current policy that one of the co-opted seats is reserved for a member of the Community Council.

Current Board Members

Please feel free to contact the trust via e mail or any of the Board Members to discuss CDT matters. They are, Cathy Tilbrook (Chairman), Fran Loots (Company Secretary), Alan Caldwell, Jim Buchanan, George Lees, David Robertson, Eunice Cartwright, Trish Withey, Felicity Snowsill, Chris Palmer, Ian Findlay and William Levack

Membership

Comrie Development Trust, Company limited by guarantee- Registered in Scotland-Reg No SC305425- Charity Reg No SCO38596, Registered Office-Mill of Ross, Comrie, Crieff, Perthshire PH6 2JS.

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