Many thanks to splat for a really great "thoughters" piece this weekend. What varied talents BBers have!

I hope some of you will gain inspiration from it and consider letting us share your own experiences. I'm always looking for volunteers so please mail me at alan@moneyam.com if you would like to take part some time in the future. G.

help,came here looking for weekend press.none.

hijeff - You were just too quick for me. :-)

News is there now. G.

Alan -- great stuff as always

its really appreciated

Imperial Tobacco will update the City today on current trading. Sharp declines in cigarette volumes in Germany, one of the group's main markets, are expected. Analysts will be looking for some comment on the potential impact of a smoking ban in public places across the UK.

morning all,cheers greystone.

Morning all.

good morning.

Morning all and thanks Greystone and splatt

Thanks Greystone and also Splatt - be lucky people.

If only I'd had the foresight to short ULVR, but there we are. Old dog, new tricks, can't learn. ;-)