NEWS

17 July 2012 - City of Dundee Burgesses - behind the scenes tour of Dundee House

A group of Burgesses visited Dundee House, HQ building for Dundee City Council and heard about the innovative work spaces, working arrangements and energy saving features of this landmark new building in the City. This new HQ replaces Tayside House, which will now be demolished as part of Dundee's exciting Waterfront development.

The City of Dundee Burgesses are delighted to be able to organise visits like these, which take people into places within the city that they would not normally have access to. Thanks to Rob Pederson, Chief Architectural Officer for his tour.

One of the group, Donald Gordon of Blackadders LLP sent us his thoughts - click the link here to view them

25 May 2012 - City of Dundee Burgesses Charity's Jubilee Address.

The Trustees & the Burgesses of the Organisation sent a Jubilee Address to Her Majesty to offer their congratulations on the Sixtieth Anniversary of the accession to the Throne.

May 2012 - John Letford retires as Lord Provost and Trustee of the City of Dundee Burgesses Charity.

The trustees of the Organisation would like to wish John Letford all the very best for the future following his retirement from the position as Dundee's Lord Provost.

John was instrumental in launching the Charity and his work in the City will continue as he moves to the Whitehall Theatre. He is Chairman of the Whitehall Theatre Trust, and will be putting his efforts into revitalising the theatre, ensuring it forms a big part of the City for future generations to enjoy. This role aligns well with his position as a Burgess, having pride in the City of Dundee and playing a part in the City's future. We wish him well.

22 February 2012 - Succesful Event from the City of Dundee Burgesses Charity.

Dundee is very proud of the investment in the Waterfront Development, with the V&A@Dundee as a landmark project within the Central Waterfront area. Our latest event took place at the City Chambers, Dundee and was attended by around 50 Burgesses and guests.

We heard from Philip Long, Director of the V&A at Dundee who told us more about the progress of the project and what it will mean to the City.
There was also a really worthwhile discussion about the City of Dundee Burgesses - future development and potential activities.

If you would like to become a Burgess, or have some ideas for activities that you would like to see us organise, please email secretary@dundeeburgess.org.uk 

7 September 2011 - Launch of the City of Dundee Burgesses Charity.

At 2:30pm on Wednesday 7th September, almost 370 years since Charles I reconfirmed the city's status as a Royal Burgh in the Great Charter on 14 September 1641, a number of Dundee's prominent citizens, including Lord Provost John Letford, have got together for the launch.

The seven trustees, Lord Provost Letford, Bill Spence, Alison Henderson, Prudence Watson, Robert Burns, Margaret Hutton, and Charles Scott, and secretary Scott Williamson wanted to create a vehicle for doing good and promoting the city.

Scott Williamson, the organisation's secretary, said: "Through the enrolment as Burgesses individuals will be able to promote the City of Dundee and pride in its people past, present and in the future through supporting charitable and social activities in the city.

"We are proud of our past and proud of our future and this new organisation draws on our rich heritage.

"The City of Dundee Burgesses will enhance everyday life for those that we can help and encourage a wide spectrum of interest in strengthening community involvement in aspects of importance to Dundonians.

"Dundee is on the verge of a new and exciting future with among other things the V&A@Dundee, and the resultant rise in visitors it will bring, so this is an exciting time to be a Dundonian."

19 October 2011 - Inaugural Event. : PLEASE RSVP to secretary@dundee burgess.org.uk

If you are interested in becoming a Burgess, and would like to find out more, we would like to invite you along to the event. Spaces are limited, so you must RSVP to the Secretary - see above for email address.

City Chambers, 21 City Square, Dundee DD1 3BY 7 for 7:30pm until 9pm

Come along and hear about the City of Dundee Burgesses, the depth of history that the City enjoys, and the exciting developments on the horizon, including the Waterfront and V&A plans. Through enrolment as Burgesses, individuals will be able to promote the City of Dundee, be proud of the past and have pride in the future. Come along and play a part in the City’s future.