@domanmacgee thank you so much, that is really helpful.
Yes I agree it’s hard to lose the UK, although that has happened to me once when I took my eye of it trying to focus on India, but that was an early game! My overall difficulties are just in getting any real traction with either a fleet or land progress anywhere else & I’ve read a few tips online but yours are much more concise & I’m keen to try them.
When I play the axis, my first move against the UK is to wipe out the fleet & others seem to do the same so I’ve not found a way to build/rebuild a fleet but the idea of holding back is interesting.
I’ve not seen the Larry Harris setup, but will do so. Thanks again