Just to update things a little.

I had a quick chat with Jim Snelling (secretary of Motley).

He made it very clear, that Motley did not have any issues with the school on their decision.
They (Motley) were asked if they would dance without blacking up.
Motley felt that as blacking up (based on disguise) is an integral part of their routine, that they declined the school's request to dance not blacked up.
So Motley do not have any issues with the school, but were obviosly disapointed at such short notice, not to be dancing.

So based on that conversation, I feel it is appropriate to send a further email to the school apologising for my original email.

I think the title of this thread is misleading. Motley were not banned. It was just not suitable for that school. End of story for me.

If Motley decide to change from totally blacking up based on this incident and use other colours, is something only they can decide at their AGM.

I am just happy that the incident was handled properly from both parties.

Les Worrall