rules and regs.

[furedup]

Can anyone give me a site address that gives the rules and regulations concerning entry to crossword comps. I've requested these by e-mail from several newspapers and mags. but not one has had the good manners to reply. Very grateful for any info. Thanks

[Mamyalynne]

I would have thought that each publication has its own rules as such. Are you meaning things like tippex and crossing out etc, if you mean the rules re prizes I think there is a gaming commission but not sure.
I do know all of them do not allow photocopy entries for obvious reasons.

Good luck with your quest
Mamya

[bathtub]

I suspect most publications have no rules other than complete the grid correctly and clearly and send it in by the closing date. Certainly when I worked as an editor that was the position. Life's full enough of petty rules and regulations without adding more.

[furedup]

thanks to you both for your answers. What i'm trying to find is rules concerning the type of pen/rubbing out /overwriting etc. Thanks again

[Schutzengel]

Most of the popular crossword puzzles permit very neat tippex alterations, as long as the answer is correct. The latest in the Tippex range, is called Tippex Rapid, it has a small wedge shaped applicator which is easy to use, and doesn't go into a blob. It also dries very quickly. It is so neat, that when the new letter is written over it, it is difficult to see that the letter has been changed.

[furedup]

Thanks Schutzengel. That's helpful

[Schutzengel]

Hi Furedup, I meant to also say that I always complete the crosswords in pencil, until I'm sure all the answers are correct, and then write it out in ball-point.

[furedup]

Schutzengel..Thanks for that ,Now all I have to do is convince my Mrs. to do same.Thanks again..