08-01-2014, 09:39 AM
I think the working party if elected is looking for people who have geographical issues is attending congresses not venue issues. I don't play any weekend venues but I am not aware of any difficulties at any venue regarding disability access etc therefore in my mind the disability card does not come into play. Therefore I think travel from remote areas should be the focus, not venue facilities. In my mind there has to be a nominated volunteer/arbiter at the remote area. Ian Marks is absolutely right- the local player has his rights as well. I am now of the firm opinion that both players in such a match should use software such as chess.com which would eliminate clock issues. We should also look at leaving existing congresses alone and create online tournaments run by Chess Scotland to cater for remote users