Grosvenor, Manchester
Just spoke to Paul who was going out of his way to be as helpful as possible.
Here is the summary:
I registered and was told I was the 30th to do so.
This has not however secured a seat

as it will be on a first come first served basis on the day. "but at least your name is on the list"

They open at 12 and will be taking registrations from then, or whenever there is a card room manager available.

2 dealers will be available for the final table only.

Paul took my name and mobile number and is calling me tomorrow once he has spoken to the card room manager. I will post again with hopefully a clearer indication as to what is going on.