The SKIPTON branch of the Oddfellows, based on Rectory Lane, has appointed new chief officers for the coming year. Ann Holmes is Provincial Grand Master, succeeding Derek Stansfield, with Gillian Falshaw becoming Deputy Provincial Grand Master. All three live in Skipton and took up their new roles mid-April. Ann joined Skipton Branch over 15 years ago and, before being appointed Deputy Provincial Grand Master, her first official position, she worked as a volunteer at many social and fund-raising functions at The Three Links Club, long-time home of the Oddfellows, and will continue to assist in the future. Ann’s chosen charities during her year in office are The Yorkshire Air Ambulance and Parkinson’s Skipton Branch. She also remains chairman of Skipton Allotment Association.