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		I would like to congratulate Steve Hilton on his new post. Knowing Steve as I do I'm sure he will tackle this important post with his usual dogged determination and unique style. I look forward to seeing what can be achieved in 2016.
	
	
	
	
	
 
 
	
	
	
		
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		I am unable to take up this post because I have been in hospital diagnosed with a irregular heart beat.
I have to cut down on my commitments both inside and outside of chess. 
I have already explained to the President my reasons and my plan for re organising my activities both inside and outside of chess