I sent all League Contacts a reminder to return any 2007 trophies to Mike Lovesay or Derek Barnard by 31st August.

1st August 2008 - Kenneth Jeffery

I sent all League Contacts a copy of the minutes of the July meeting of the committee.

31st July 2008 - Kenneth Jeffery

I sent all League Contacts an email entitled "Junior Cricketers bowling in League Matches" - stating: Please ensure that your captains are fully aware of their duty of care towards all young players who are representing their club, and particularly with regard to the risk of over-bowling.

12th July 2008 - Kenneth Jeffery

I sent all League Contacts an email entitled "Tour Party looking for a fixture" - stating: We are Phoenix Cricket Club and are touring the Hastings area next week. Currently we don’t have a game on Saturday 19th July and we have contacted several clubs without success. I know Saturday is a busy league day but could you please do me a favour or two:1. Can you pls email all the teams in the ESCL and informing them if they have a cancellation then to give me a call on 07778 784 437. We can play last minute. 2. Do you know any teams that could be free? I have searched your fixtures on the site and all the teams which have said 'free week' are now booked up. Your help here is much appreciated.

8th July 2008 - Kenneth Jeffery

I sent all League Contacts a copy of the minutes of the June meeting of the committee.

17th June 2008 - Kenneth Jeffery

The following letter regarding the Sussex Cricket Board Forum was sent to League Contacts at approximately 09.14 on Saturday 14th May 2008

Dear League Contact

Under the new constitution of the Sussex Cricket Board, it is required that affiliated clubs should have access to an annual forum to be held in September each year.

Early notice of SCB Forum 2008

The first SCB Forum, to which all clubs and affiliated organisations will be invited, will be held on Thursday 25th September, 7.30 p.m. in the Jim Parks Bar, County Ground, Hove.

This will be after day two of the Sussex v Yorkshire games and anyone attending will be able to watch the day's play FOC.

Regards,

Kenneth Jeffery

The following letter regarding delayed starts (with an attachment) was sent to League Contacts at approximately 04.44 on Saturday 14th May 2008

Dear League Contact

Following the Special General Meeting, I have attached a revised document that provides guidance on what to do in the event of delayed starts to games, and interruptions to play once the game has started. This amended version of the document first sent on 25th April 2008, should be used from 5th July 2008.

I would be grateful if you could ensure that all those in your club who need to know about this are given a copy as soon as possible.

Regards,

Kenneth Jeffery

The following reminder of a Special General Meeting was sent to League Contacts at approximately 07.00 p.m. on Monday 9th May 2008

Dear League Contact

Just a reminder that there is a Special General Meeting of the league on this coming Thursday (12th June 2008) at the Bill Wickham Pavilion, Buxted Park Sports and Social Club.

Regards.

Kenneth Jeffery

The following notice regarding match reports was sent to League Contacts at approximately 9.40 p.m. on Wednesday 4th June 2008

Dear League Contact

Clubs are encouraged to send in match reports to the Sussex Express by email, if possible. (brian.pollard@sussexnewspapers.co.uk)

In those reports do please include the players’ first names as well as their surnames so that Sussex Express can ensure a consistent style throughout.

Regards, Kenneth Jeffery

League Hon. Secretary, 62 Fruitlands, Malvern WR14 4XA (01684) 567042

The following notice of a Special General Meeting was sent to League Contacts at approximately 10.30 p.m. on Wednesday 28th May 2008

(non-attendance will attract a penalty of £30 to the club)

Dear League Contact,

In view of the increasing concern being expressed about the late finishing of so many games so far this season, and the implications for player safety in poor light the committee have called this S.G.M.

Please ensure that your club is represented at this meeting.

Regards, Kenneth Jeffery (League Hon. Secretary)

Notice is hereby given of a Special General Meeting to be held on Thursday 12th June 2008 at 7.00 p.m. at the Bill Wickham Pavilion, Buxted Park Sports and Social Club.

AGENDA

1. Apologies for absence.
2. That in paragraph 5.0 of Appendix A, from 5th July 2008, the start times be altered so that 2.00 p.m. becomes 1.30 p.m., 1.30 p.m. becomes 1.00 p.m., and 1.00 p.m. becomes 12.30 p.m.
3. That the following words be inserted at the end of Appendix A paragraph 5.0 "If a team wishes to start earlier than 2 p.m. (or 1.30 p.m. on the last two Saturdays in August and 1 p.m. in September) and this early start is mutually agreed between the teams involved and any umpires appointed to stand, then they may do so. If agreement cannot be so reached the status quo holds."
4. That paragraph 5.0 of Appendix A remains unaltered.

I sent the following to League Contacts at approximately 7.30 a.m. on Sunday 25th May 2008

Dear League Contact

Please ensure that all your club captains (and deputies) know the following, and ensure that the provisions are scrupulously observed:

The League Appendix A states:
1.0 All games shall be played in accordance with the Laws of Cricket save where the same are inconsistent with the provisions hereof.

The Laws of Cricket state:
LAW 1 THE PLAYERS

2. Nomination of players
Each captain shall nominate his players in writing to one of the umpires before the toss. No player may be changed after the nomination without the consent of the opposing captain.

3. Captain
If at any time the captain is not available, a deputy shall act for him.
(a) If a captain is not available during the period in which the toss is to take place, then the deputy must be responsible for the nomination of the players, if this has not already been done, and for the toss. See 2 above and Law 12.4 (The toss).

LAW 12 INNINGS

4. The toss
The captains shall toss for the choice of innings on the field of play not earlier than 30 minutes, nor later than 15 minutes, before the scheduled or any rescheduled time for the match to start. Note, however, the provisions of Law 1.3 (Captain).

Please note that any failure to observe the provisions above is a breach of the League's requirements, and if reported formally, will lead to disciplinary action.

Kenneth Jeffery
League Hon. Secretary
62 Fruitlands, Malvern WR14 4XA
(01684) 567042

I sent all League Contacts a copy of the minutes of the May meeting of the committee, and of the agenda for the next meeting in June.

23rd May 2008 - Kenneth Jeffery