I had the privilege of knowing James for many years – professionally both in the police and later in the private sector. He and Jules have also been the most wonderful, welcoming and generous hosts at La Girouette. On the last occasion that I visited, I had just driven over the Pyrenees from Spain, and arrived bearing Spanish and Portugese wine, together with a very decent sized slab of mountain cheese. Needless to say, neither the wine nor the cheese survived the evening. The following morning, the personal fog was helped to clear by a brisk walk with Jules and the dogs, enjoying the wonderful views, and talking about our respective plans for the future. It is so terribly sad that James’ and Jules’ plans will now not be fulfilled in the way to which they were looking forward. James was always the most wonderful company, and I found that I never left him without learning something genuinely important, or just occasionally picking up a wonderful piece of off the record information. I shall also be forever grateful for the wise counsel and support he offered as I made the transition from policing to the ‘real world’, well over 16 years ago. Thank you James, and thank you for gracing my retirement party at the old NSY, where the attached picture was taken. As always, full of joie de vivre, immaculate in appearance and ready to make the party memorable. Jules, your loss is unimaginable, but please know that many of us will always remember the utter pleasure of being in company with you both.