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john is officially back and we couldnt have done it without everyone who signed. im so relieved he got his job back and i really appreciate you all showing up for him like this.

November 5, 2013

Reinstate Captain John Etheridge

Reinstate Captain John Etheridge

🏆 Won — 252 supporters Verified

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Christopher M.
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Tony R.
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Eifion J.
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Pete L.
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Tricia B.
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Joe S.
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Peter J.
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Wendy A.
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Clair O.
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Barbara C.
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Started by Michael van-Baaren 13 years ago

Please sign this petition to reinstate John Etheridge to the position of Captain for the Jubilee Sailing Trust. The following letter and the signatures will be forwarded to the Chairman of the Committee.

Dear Sir,

I am writing to you in your capacity as the Chairman of the Committee to hear and accept Captain John Etheridge's appeal against his summary dismissal from the Jubilee Sailing Trust.

As supporters of the Trust, we were extremely shocked and upset to learn of this dismissal. I would like to add my voice to the chorus of many others, and request that you reconsider and reverse this decision.

As volunteers and supporters who have dedicated many hours to the Trust and also working alongside John Etheridge, we feel that he is an important and valuable member of the JST team. He has inspired thousands of customers and volunteers a like during his long service with the Trust. We feel that he should not be dismissed from the Trust, he has admitted his own shortcomings and should be supported to make amends.

Please reinstate Captain John.

Updates

September 24, 2013

just saw we hit 250 signatures and im honestly overwhelmed by the support for john. it feels good to see so many people standing behind him like this.

Reached 250 supporters

September 22, 2013

September 3, 2013

we just hit 100 signatures and i am seriously blown away by the support for john. it is clear how many lives he has touched and i know the committee is going to see this number too.

Reached 100 supporters

September 2, 2013

8 Comments

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Lesley kean
12 years ago Featured

John should be reinstated immediately as captain. Over the years this man has taught me to believe in myself, pushed me to achieve more and given me the opportunities that many others haven't. I can't wait for the day I'm back sailing under his command.

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Eifion Jones
12 years ago Featured

Undoubtably some of most enjoyable sailing under his captaincy. It's always good to have your work appreciated and he always made a point of acknowledging your efforts and thanking.

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Pete Legg
12 years ago Featured

I have known and Sailed with John in various capacities since 1991, and have found him to be a thoroughly reliable and competent professional

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Dave Crawford
12 years ago Featured

THEY NEED HIM BACK ASAP. BEST CAPTAIN I EVER HAD!

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Mark Simmons
12 years ago Featured

Ridiculous decision. I sailed with him back in 2012 and he was nothing but professional and kind to everyone on board. Massive mistake by the board.

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Sarah Wright
13 years ago Featured

John is the heart of the ship honestly. Never met someone so dedicated to the crew and the voyage. Just bring him back already.

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Ruth Hill
12 years ago

Bring him back, he's such an inspiration

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Paul William Clements
12 years ago

JST are missing out on a very Good Captain