Hi Rob - I did get your email and I think it's a good idea, but John is on holidays and we have a policy of not doing anything without consulting each other.

I take your point about advertising jobs only - but I don't see the problem with the occasional OT (off topic) banter.

Perhaps if users feel 'closer' to each other it will promote communication further - I certainly see that on Usenet.

I will be chatting with John about this on his return.

Hello Huw

OT banter is OK by me too, but I suppose it depends on the topic & the amount really. Definition of "occasional" required please!

So how much is a 3 bed semi ?

Hmmm got me there.
I know this thread has gone way OT - but I suppose what I meant was occasional OT in a number of threads (as opposed to just one).