"Jim Smith" wrote in message
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scuse my ignorance - what does PVA stand for/mean?

Jim.

see the FAQ in my sig file ... click on the 'Detailed Index for this
site', then click on 'P', then click on 'PVA region' - follow links from
there for additional information.

HTH

Martin.

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