We spend a lot of time negotiating certain events during the Year. Some of these like today are very prestigious venues open to very few people. I have had long protracted communication to try to increase the amount of people that we can invite, it is with great disappointment when we have to inform people that they cannot attend because we have reached our maximum numbers. Often some of these people are amongst the most loyal supporters of R4 events, but in the name of equality; we try to share the places around. Try to imagine my frustration today when people fail to attend after requesting some of the few places. This undermines my attempts to increase our numbers for future events and reduces our financial contribution to their charity fund. It also robs other people of much sought after places. Sorry to go on, but I am angry and realise that this does not apply to most members. Rant over!