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As Jim alluded to, organising the annual meet is a task in itself, without the complications that the current situation throws into the mix. I can understand Brian and David's situation where they are doing their best to sort things out (on top of looking after their families), but seeing as only half those booked have responded, and several (including myself) have said 'either date' is suitable, can I make a suggestion?

From what has been said, the 9th/10th IS booked, but there is an option of the 30th/31st. There are those that may not be on the site every day, so may not see this thread. Could a PM be sent to everyone that has booked, asking them if the 30th/31st is better suited to them, and to reply ASAP, since people will receive an email notification about the PM.

With what David has said, and the pace of changes, the latter date may not even be an option by the time he contacts them tomorrow. The other alternative is that Brian and David make the final decision based on the responses so far. Either way, I applaud your tenacity in the current climate.

On a lighter note regarding Ray's brass band antics in his bedroom, maybe with the date shifts, we'll be sharing our evening meal with a wedding party.