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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=015085309-18082009>The issue raised by
Adrian and commented on by Stephane is not new.</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=015085309-18082009>To my mind the best
solution is division of responsibilities.</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=015085309-18082009>The only meeting
where we should all be present is Council - all others are optional. It should
be sufficient to have a colleague representing an interest on other groups.
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=015085309-18082009>This may mean we
have to consider a move from always a global optimal time to a regional
optimal time for certain issues.</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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<DIV><FONT size=2 face=Arial><SPAN class=015085309-18082009>Another approach is
to be more efficient, talk less, act more and have less meetings.
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class=015085309-18082009>Philip</SPAN></FONT></DIV>
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