Barry

In a frank discussion with Barry I had to advise him that it will be very
difficult for him to succeed in the role I proposed for him (and indeed in
his current role in the medium term). He is standing in the cross-hairs of a
rifle sight - one move and he's dead.

I have no doubt that we will find a role for this talented individual which
will enable him to sustain the tremendous level of contribution that we are
used to seeing from him.

Of course it will mean that progress in developing our trading support
operations will be slower than it otherwise would have been. I shall be
looking for a suitable candidate to fill the co-ordination role - as you
know, individuals of the necessary calibre and experience are rare.

Fernley