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His life was busy and varied. I don't think that he retired in 乐天堂app下载 normal sense of 乐天堂app下载 word. He just gradually tried to do less, leaving JSC for Anglesey in 2006. Throughout his career he created a happy and productive working environment, shared his experience and knowledge both locally and internationally and looked after people - all of this with good humour and care. He was a fine colleague and friend.

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Dave Hutson