[lir-wg] 50% increase in RIPE fees ? Since when ?

> I am equally concerned of the rise in fees (although I have been aware it
> was coming) which I don't see as bringing me anything more value. However,
> other than mentioning it on the survey that recently took place, I haven't
> had the time to get involved in more detail with RIPE. It looks like I
> will have to in future.

For those of us (I am sure it is not just me) supporting legacy networks, is
there any value in pursueing 'merging' LIRs, or does this process have a
detrimental effect on allocations/assignments already made ? Again, I have
not had the time to keep up with the latest documents re merges and
acquisitions and RIPE.

This may be a cost saving for those who are paying almost completely out of
our own pockets.

Peter