feel they have something to contribute to the national recording scheme, which will provide national distribution maps for these insects, providing further stimulus for the study of this important group. Addresses to which records should be sent: National Recording Scheme : Orthoptera Recording Scheme J. Widgery 21 Field View Road Potters Bar Herts EN6 2NA Essex: A.J. Wake (Essex Field Club) 39 All Saints Terrace Cheltenham Gloucestershire GL52 6UA Page 3