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The AGM of the Loch Lomond Angling Improvement Association will be held on Saturday 7 February 2015 at the large Lecture Theatre, Boyd Orr Building, Glasgow University.  The Boyd Orr building is located of University Avenue close to its junction with Byres Road, Glasgow. The post code for those driving is G12 8QQ.

Doors will open at 11:30am and in a change to the traditional format there will be 4 guest speakers preceding our meeting.  Presentations will commence at 11:45am and each contributor will be provided with a 10 minute slot with a further 10 minutes provided for questions from the floor.

The following 4 guest speakers have been invited to address members:

• Professor Colin Adams, Glasgow University (SCENE) who will speak about smolt and lamprey research on the Lomond system,
• Mr Travis Van Leeuwen who will provide an update on his doctorial research into sea trout on Loch Lomond,
• Mr Robert Younger who will speak about the Clyde Estuary conservation zone,
• Ms Hannele Honkanen who will talk about the Lomond smolt tracking project.

The Committee believe this is a great opportunity for members to learn more about their system and to question individuals who are genuine experts in their field.

Anyone unable to attend the first part of the AGM should note that the full meeting is scheduled to commence at 2pm.   Members will have an opportunity to pay their fees between 1:30pm and 2pm prior to the annual meeting.

The Annual Report, Agenda and Admission Tickets will be delivered to members very shortly. Only full members may attend the meeting. New members will be admitted on production of their membership cards.

The Committee

Water Bailiff – Full Time.

The Loch Lomond Angling Improvement Association (LLAIA) has a vacancy for the post of water bailiff.  The LLAIA is one of the largest angling clubs in Scotland and leases salmon and sea trout fishing on the Rivers Endrick, Fruin and Leven as well as on Loch Lomond, the largest fresh water loch in Scotland.  The Association also owns several stretches of water on the River Endrick and has fishing rights on the Clyde Estuary.

Water bailiff duties are varied and include:

• Protection of salmon and sea trout stocks by enforcing fisheries legislation,
• Undertaking maintenance and improvement works,
• Working with the Loch Lomond Fisheries Trust including assisting with scientific data collection.

The successful applicant must be able to work as part of a dedicated team, have excellent communication skills, possess a knowledge and appreciation of the work of a water bailiff and must hold a full driving license.  Ideally the successful applicant will have experience of boat handling and able to undertake routine maintenance tasks.  The successful applicant will either have passed the national bailiffing examination or will require to sit and pass this qualification at the earliest opportunity.

The post covers the entire Lomond catchment area and will provide the successful applicant with a unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of fishery environments. The post holder will work an average of 40 hours per week over the course of the year.  It should be noted that during peak times night shift work and working over 40 hours per week will be necessary.  In return the LLAIA will offer the successful candidate a competitive salary, which will be subject to negotiation, and relevant training opportunities where necessary.

For further details please call The Secretary, Loch Lomond Angling Improvement Association on 0141 353 5004.   To apply for this post please send your CV and a covering letter by 27 February 2015 to: The Secretary, Loch Lomond Angling Improvement Association, 4 Woodside Place, Glasgow, G3 7QF.

Water Bailiff – Seasonal.

The Loch Lomond Angling Improvement Association (LLAIA) has a vacancy for the post of seasonal water bailiff.  The LLAIA is one of the largest angling clubs in Scotland and leases salmon and sea trout fishing on the Rivers Endrick, Fruin and Leven as well as on Loch Lomond, the largest fresh water loch in Scotland.  The Association also owns several stretches of water on the River Endrick and has fishing rights on the Clyde Estuary.

Water bailiff duties are varied and include:

• Protection of salmon and sea trout stocks by enforcing fisheries legislation,
• Undertaking urgent maintenance works,
• Working with the Loch Lomond Fisheries Trust including assisting with scientific data collection.

The successful applicant must be able to work as part of a dedicated team, have excellent communication skills, possess a knowledge and appreciation of the work of a water bailiff and must hold a full driving license.  Ideally the successful applicant will have experience of boat handling and will have either passed or at the least agree to work towards passing the relevant national bailiffing examination.

The post covers the entire Lomond catchment area and will provide the successful applicant with a unique opportunity to work in a diverse range of fishery environments. The post holder will work a minimum of 16 – 20 hours per week from July through to October.  It should be noted that night shift work will be necessary.  In return the LLAIA will offer the successful candidate a competitive salary and relevant training opportunities where necessary.

For further details please call The Secretary, Loch Lomond Angling Improvement Association on 0141 353 5004.   To apply for this post please send your CV and a covering letter by 27 February 2015 to: The Secretary, Loch Lomond Angling Improvement Association, 4 Woodside Place, Glasgow, G3 7QF

The Committee.