09-08-2015, 10:44 PM
HelenMilligan Wrote:Hi Walter,
I'm back in Scotland every year or so to visit my parents, usually in conjunction with an event (such as the Olympiad) on this side of the planet. I don't want to give FIDE more money to transfer back - in any case, there are too many interesting Asian-only events that I now qualify for - but I am interested in taking part in the Scottish Championships. My question is, are you about to rule me out of winning any Scottish title? OK probably a rhetorical question as I get weaker and weaker, but could no doubt be relevant to others in my situation.
My problem with this Helen (and you know it's nothing personal I hope!) is that you and others have chosen - for your own benefit - to change federation. There would be nothing to stop you from competing in the championships, you just wouldn't be eligible for the title or the prize-money connected to that title.
I believe that anyone wanting to have the prestige of calling themselves Scottish Champion, should be committed to that country in some way - even if that only amounts to an SCO next to their name.