Hi Zero,
The law has changed and legally if those players have not informed APAT that they are withdrawing from the event; and some players were stuck in horrendous tail backs on the M6 following an accident today, then we cannot legally remove their chips. They have paid their entry fee and would not be entitled to a refund should they not turn up. Obviously this is disappointing for players standing on the sidelines, but we have to work within the legal framework here.
Regards,
Des.