New president for Rotary

Diana Ridpath is the new president of the Rotary Club of Spalding and Welland.

She officially took over the role from Barry Elliott following a handover evening at The Woodlands hotel last week.
She also named Sarah Chalcraft as her president elect for next year.
A spokesman for the club said: “Barry Elliott has completed an excellent year as President, during which the club has been delighted to welcome several new members.
“Barry handed the chain of office over to Diana who joined the club from her previous club in Essex.
“She has become a very enthusiastic and valued member, and the club was delighted to vote her into presidency for the year 2023-24.”
Diana said: “I am very pleased to take on the role to lead the club for the coming year, and look forward to both the challenges and the friendship which are the spirit of Rotary.”
Barry said: “I have enjoyed my year very much, but I am pleased now to pass the position on to another safe pair of hands, followed by yet another equally safe pair of hands for the following year of Sarah’s presidency.”