Right here are the proposed rules for the “In the Navy” GB. These are purely here for discussion at the moment and I will publish the finalised ones in due course.
Other than the specifics they are the same as last year so shouldn't cause a problem ? Famous last words
1. Group Build runs from 00.01 Wednesday 1st June 2016 to 24:00 Wednesday 31st August (all times GMT). If people would rather run Friday to a Sunday then let me know.
2) Now I understand “In the Navy” to mean any naval subject, so ships, boats, submarines, naval aircraft and Marine forces where they are part of a Navy. Does not need to be at sea, you could have riverine and lake based as well. Plus having just re-read E.E. Doc Smiths Skylark series I’m reminded there are numerous watery planets in Sci Fi. Note that naval vehicles can be included in the scope of this build, so if you wish to play with an Amtrack, play with it.
Now I understand this could be a little contentious, however I do think it’s unfair to tighten the rules of a G.B. after the vote has been held. This is why I’m also very firm in my view that the other poll winners cannot have their definitions changed now. If we want tight GB’s then the poll needs to be clear. I for one like them loose, but not ridiculously so, so as to encourage maximum participation.
3) You may build, draw or write as many entries as you like (good luck!). The posting of in-progress pictures is encouraged as always. Back stories - however long or short - win extra points. Well OK they don't but they're always nice to see.
4) "Preparation" work is allowed prior to the start of the GB - this includes the cutting out and cleaning up of parts, even printing your own decals (!), but anything involving paint or glue is not allowed.
5) Part-started models will be considered by the moderators. You should explain what you have done or post pics (even better) and they will decide, their decision being final - we are relying on the honour of our membership to uphold this rule.
6) No rule 6 - is there ever a rule 6 ?
7) The GB is to be conducted in the true Olympian spirit - it's not the winning but the taking part. Coming top of the pile (or is that stash?) does add to the enjoyment though and the winner will receive a hand-crafted illuminated scroll prepared by the monks of Lindisfarne . In the event of a tie there will not be a 'whif-off', the honours will be shared.

I will be in touch with prospective moderators over the weekend.
Chris