Liz said at the meeting that it was imperative to move the Group forward in a positive manner and our thrust for the next few months will be to work hard in our Wards for the local elections and European elections and to retain our existing seats and look to win two extra seats. She thanked Chris Stewart for his leadership over the last year and looks forward to working with Chris and the Group over the next few months. Liz has appointed Nadia Cenci to be her deputy.