Grangemouth and Bo’ness CAB AGM

Posted on September 22, 2017

Grangemouth and Bo’ness Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB) are holding their Annual General Meeting (AGM) on Wednesday 4^th October, starting from 7pm at Talbot House, Talbot Street, Grangemouth, FK3 8HU.

The AGM is open to the public, and a light buffet with refreshments will be provided.

To register your attendance, or for further information, please contact Grangemouth and Bo’ness CAB by phone: 01324 666935, or email: bureau@grangemouthcab.casonline.org.uk

Alternatively, you can write to CAB at the following address: 1 Kerse Road, Grangemouth, FK3 8HW.

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