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It is a good rule in life never to apologize. The right sort of people do not want apologies, and the wrong sort take a mean advantage of them

Competition Terms & Conditions

  • 1. By entering this competition, you agree to accept and be bound by these terms and conditions. All entry instructions form part of the terms & conditions of this competition.
  • 2. This competition is open to anyone aged 18 or over who is a resident of the UK or the Republic of Ireland, except for employees of The Random House Group Limited (promoter), its subsidiary companies, their families and any other company connected with the competition.
  • 3. The closing date is 1st July 2009 (closing date). Entries that are illegible or received after the closing date will not be considered. The promoter is not responsible for entries delayed or lost in the post. Proof of postage is not proof of receipt.
  • 4.The prize is one hamper and 18 copies of Wodehouse novels in paperback (prize). There are four prizes. No cash alternative will be offered.
  • 5. Events may occur which render the awarding of the prize impossible due to reasons beyond the control of the promoter and the promoter may, at its absolute discretion, vary, amend or suspend with or without notice.
  • 6. The competition will be judged by the promoter within 14 days of the closing date (i.e. by 15th July 2009) and the winner will be notified by email within 21 days of the closing date (i.e. by 22nd July 2009).
  • 7. The winner agrees to the promoter’s use of their name, town of residence and photograph in relation to the promoter’s publicity material.
  • 8. Your personal details will only be retained and used by the promoter in order to send you your prize and will be deleted thereafter unless you have ticked the appropriate box. Your personal details will not be passed on to any third parties.’
  • 9. The winner’s name will be available upon the promoter’s receipt of a stamped addressed envelope
  • 10. The promoter’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into in relation to the competition.
  • 11. These terms and conditions are subject to English Law and the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
  • 12. The promoter’s contact details are: The Random House Group Limited, 20 Vauxhall Bridge Road, London SW1V 2SA.