In these unprecedented times where covid-19 is a global crisis, it’s important that we maintain our links and think not just of those Brethren we are used to seeing or hearing from frequently but, perhaps more especially, of those we haven’t seen for some time. The United Grand Lodge of England has been encouraging its members to raise a glass to Absent Brethren at 9pm wherever in the world you maybe.
Brethren All,
I appreciate that there is much being circulated during this challenging time with regard to Coronavirus. Please be patient with me but I would like to share some thoughts with you.
Sadly in response to the changing situation relating to the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), it was decided to cancel the Ins and Outs Luncheon on Sunday 15 March 2020.  This decision was not taken lightly but in view of the late cancellation by Members who were concerned about the risk of infection it was felt that in the best interests of everyone it was not appropriate to go ahead.
The Norman Lodge of Mark Master Masons No.1279 had a private visit from the Provincial Grand Master, R.W.Bro. George J. Deacon, on Wednesday 4th March where he carried out 2 field promotions to the following worthy brethren of the Norman Lodge;- 
The Provincial Grand Senior Warden, W.Bro. Barry Wilkinson along with Officers of Provincial Grand Mark Lodge, and holders of Provincial Royal Ark Mariner Grand Rank, visited Christchurch Lodge of Mark Master Masons No.1453 on Tuesday 18th February 2020, at the Masonic Hall, Warren Avenue, Mudeford, Christchurch.
Brethren, I am delighted to inform you that WBro Brian Wisbey, Grand Superintendent and High Prelate of Hampshire and Isle of Wight in the order of  Knight Templar Priests, is to become the Assistant Grand High Priest on June 13th 2020. As a result of his new appointment, WBro Malcolm Lloyd ( Provincial Almoner) is to succeed him as Grand Superintendent & High Prelate, and we wish both Brian and Malcolm every success in their new High Office.
RWBro George Deacon
Provincial Grand Master
At the Special General Meeting of Provincial Grand Lodge held on the 7th February, RW Bro Michael Wilks announced his retirement as ProvGM of Hampshire and Isle of Wight. He will be succeeded by VW Bro Jonathan Whitaker the DepProvGM. VW Bro Jonathan will be installed on 22nd May 2020 at the Novotel Southampton.
On 28th January 2020, the Assistant Provincial Grand Master, WBro Peter Lewis visited Christchurch Lodge of Royal Ark Mariners No 1453 and presented WBro Colin Atyeo, ProvRAMGR with a Certificate to mark his 50 years continuous service in the Degree.