The AGM itself was quitestraightforward – a few direct...

The AGM itself was quitestraightforward – a few direct questions, no shilly-shallying about agreementor disagreement from the Chair, unsurprising but strong presentations fromChair and MD, our chance to hear and see what they are like in person. More of that below.

The simple lunch of sandwich andjuice provided a rewarding time for multiple conversations – I found this thebest part, perhaps you will see why in my further comments. Time for an afternoon with a number at the Charming Squire, then dinner at Olive and Angelo’s across the river for those who could linger longer, more lingerers than malingerers. Yes, lots of solid discussion about the Company, our concerns, our hopes, our assessments – all interspersed with laughter, personal stories, the usual found in good company. Too tired to think by the time I laid my head to rest, but true to his word, ol’ Sigmund’s advice – for the simple things, lay out the pros and cons and weigh them up; for the complex stuff, let your subconscious work on it all.