ALAN Lafferty, Bude Metric Brass’ first (and only) secretary has decided the time is right to hand over his duties to others so he can focus on playing and relaxing more. 

Such was the scope of his role, Bude Metric Brass have decided to appoint a small team of people to help share the many duties Alan took on over the years. 

Linda Lewis will be the main point of contact should anyone wish to book the band and can be contacted on 07414 609043. The band have also appointed roles covering press and publicity, uniforms, instruments and insurance.

Alan (pictured below) was presented with a card and two engraved glasses as a small thank you from the band for his time and effort as secretary. 

A band spokesperson said: “He has left some very big shoes to fill but all the players and friends of the band wish him well in taking more of a back seat over the coming years. We will continue to enjoy his company at rehearsals and various charity concerts and events that we do around Bude and the surrounding areas.”