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    20/05/2007 - Trust review to improve stewardship of charity’s resources
    With the recent arrival of its chief executive Mark Adderley, the National Trust for Scotland is in the early stages of a reorganisation and a review of its operations. The aim of this review is to ensure the National Trust for Scotland has a more sustainable future as Scotland’s leading conservation charity.

    Over the last 12 months, the Trust has been looking at how it can work more effectively and is now acting to improve how it manages its resources to achieve its conservation aims.

    The Trust aims to reduce its annual costs by approximately £3million over the next three years. As staff costs represent approx 50% of total costs, this will reduce the overall staffing numbers.

    The Trust has begun consultation on the reorganisation but cannot provide an exact number of posts that are likely to be affected. We have indicated to staff that the overall number is likely to be 60-80.

    With the review being at an early stage, it is not possible for us to provide any further details at this stage, but we will make more information available at the earliest opportunity.

    Meanwhile, the Trust's properties across the country are open for everyone to enjoy. One of the best ways you can help the Trust to continue its conservation work is by joining as a member and visiting our gardens, houses, castles and countryside. For more information on the benefits of membership, please follow this link www.nts.org.uk/Join/Benefits
     
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    16/05/2007 - Big days for big day planners

    This weekend there is a unique opportunity for couples planning their big day to view one of the North East’s most popular wedding venues and discuss their requirements and plans with the experienced Castle Fraser staff as the castle holds its Wedding Consultation Weekend on Saturday 19th and Sunday 20th May.

    Many couples choose to hold their wedding at Castle Fraser each year and now there is a chance to see how the rooms at the castle would look when it comes to the big day.

    Caterers will display sample layouts, with Anne Armstrong setting out the dining room and Hudsons presenting layouts in the Great Hall.

    Floral decorations will also be on show from Hays of Banchory and Val Morrison to demonstrate how floral displays can add to the unique castle atmosphere and ambiance.

    Prospective couples will be welcomed at the castle with a complimentary drink supplied by Sainsbury’s and canapés from the Castle Fraser tearoom. Deeside Truffles will also be in attendance to display their product.

    On Sunday, Carriages will exhibit their wedding cars and services to help couples select their transport for the big day.

    This is the perfect weekend to see how Castle Fraser can make your wedding such a special day, as it has done for so many couples over the last few years.

    Holding weddings and other functions at National Trust for Scotland properties directly contributes funds to conserve these important parts of Scotland’s heritage.

    For further information please contact Castle Fraser on 0844 493 2164
     
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