1942–2025 Kevin White (CCTA/OGC) has passed on the sad news that Tony died, at home, on 12 December 2025. Tony was born on 1 January 1942 and joined HMSO Supply Division, Atlantic House as CO on 7 June 1966. He moved to Norwich upon dispersal, and subsequently transferred to CCTA. Funeral will take place at…
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Howard Wheeldon
1939–2025 The sad news that Howard died, peacefully in his sleep, on 10 December 2025 was passed on to HMSOldies by his son Harry. Howard was born on 24 September 1939 and joined HMSO Supply Division, Atlantic House, on 1 July 1966. He moved with his family to Norwich upon dispersal, working in Computer Services/CCTA.…
Isobel Gower Williamson
1944–2025 The sad news that Isobel died on 29 November 2025, in the Hill Barn Care Home near Norwich, was received from her friend Jane Nightingale. Isobel was born in Liverpool on 22 September 1944 and moved to London to work as EO in Contracts Division at HMSO Atlantic House on 2 September 1963. She…
Brian Roy Lambirth
1939–2025 The sad news that Brian died on 23 September 2025 was published in the Eastern Daily Press on 17 October 2025. Brian was born on 27 May 1939 and joined HMSO Print on 4 November 1963. He transferred to Norwich, as P&GO, upon dispersal. The Eastern Daily Press Death Notice can be seen here.…
23 October 2025 – From Richard Nelson
Reg, Once more turning out boxes. I found this letter from John Westwood who was still the Head (Director) of Graphic Design when I joined. It reads: 19 September 1978 Dear Mr Nelson, At last the ‘mandarins’ have given to OK – congratulations on being one of the top three out of two hundred applicants.…
Alison Womack
1942-2025 Alison’s husband John has passed on the sad news that following a short hospital stay in Norwich Alison died on 8 October 2025. She had been admitted as a result of bone marrow failure followed by pneumonia. Alison was born on 15 May 1942 and joined HMSO Norwich as Administrative Officer/PB5 in September 1971.…
Peter Edward Paul Staples
1940-2025 Peter’s daughter Gaby has passed on the sad news that Peter died at home in Yorkshire on 1 October 2025. Peter was born on 7 November 1940, joining HMSO Printing Works on 2 March 1964. He moved to Norwich upon dispersal, and worked as IPCS Secretary for many years. He was also an active…
Charles Newton Hartley
1939-2025 The sad news that Charlie has died was passed on to us by his friend Michael Hickman. Charlie was born on 13 January 1939, joining HMSO Print in August 1970. Michael’s note gave the following details: I am very sorry to have to report that Charles Newton Hartley (Charlie) sadly passed away at his…
5 Sept 2025 – Anglia Square
For those who ask what is happening to Anglia Square: an update from today’s newspaper plus this excellent half-hour YouTube video from Chris Richmond. Chris produced the film of the visit to Sovereign House in 2012, and this is the final reflection. Maureen Wickham adds: Hi Reg, how sad to see Anglia Square now. Those…
7 August 2025 – From Jennifer Robbie
Greetings. The attached photo may be of interest to HMSOldies – don’t know if it fits the aims of the group but it might be of interest and comment. As far as I know, the Norwich Branch of Civil Service Motoring Association might have started (or at least been reinvigorated) once HMSO had removed to…