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Expat Andrew should step down

WHAT chutzpah! How can Andrew Balcombe seriously expect to remain as chairman of a major national Jewish communal organisation such as the Zionist Federation while living in Israel?

No one in similar circumstances (ie outside our community) would even offer themselves for election to hold such a prestigious office.

Regardless of his claimed ability to "keep in touch" between his infrequent visits to Britain, he could not possibly appear or talk on behalf of this important body - especially at short notice - when he is, for most of the year, outside the UK.

Both the ZF and Israel need a hands-on chairman with a visible presence and voice here 24/7. I trust those who have to chose on September 14 make the right and sensible decision accordingly.

Jeff Cohen,
12a Daleham Gardens,
London.

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