Thanks guys - that might be a factor Bob, as the file in question (a large PDF) is being created by the script, so its filesize is definitely changing.

Thanks a lot for the quick replies!! I'll have to wait til Monday to try your suggestions but it looks like I'll be able to manage with it now

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