A tough and busy day at the office tackling cash and asset controls as the factory is reorganised tonight and tomorrow all; as TV pictures show the extent of US arms used in invading Grenada. Tonight, planning industry political developments with Nigel Smith.

First television pictures are shown today of the Grenadian invasion. Heavy artillery, airborne strikes and full military operation was required to overcome stiff resistance from the Grenadian troops loyal to the previous military government. Arguments continue as to the true motives of the original Cuban presence and also as to the reasons for America’s response. Sir Paul Scoon, the Governor-General has been in touch with the Queen but political reconstruction will be a difficult and drawn out affair.

On time today to the office and a working day completing the overdue Annual Returns for the new Comart Company Limited. A struggle to catch up and keep on top of the work which seems to mount continuously. The factory area is being reorganised tonight and tomorrow to aid work flow and eventually improve housekeeping. Corrective action today to eliminate abuse of the petty cash facility and with it any reimbursements for expenses and other expenditures not authorised by cost centre managers. Also the implementation of a new system to closely monitor stock pools outside the finished goods stores which funds over £80,000 of stock which will now be charged over 24 months if the custodians do not submit it for refurbishment. Phone conversation tonight with Nigel Smith to discuss tactics over industry matters and the developments with the Computer Retailers Association.