There is no specific request for a response or a reaction. The receiver of the communication can react as he or she wishes. You may want to bring to someone"s attention a change in procedures, a change in government regulations or a change in pricing. The purpose of the communication is directly to inform the other party. 1/7 I shall be abroad for the next three months. 1/7 I have taken up a new position with the environment Agency. 1/7 I am now in a position to handle a request for concept design. 1/7 the item (specify) that I ordered five weeks ago has not been delivered. 1/7 the union will oppose any change in overtime payments. You may wish to make announcements, statements, declarations, etc. Or you may wish to draw attention to something which may have been overlooked.