Unfortunately I can confirm that bug
Not too sure where to start with solving it
. I'll take a look thru the style/definition files for the contact list window and see if i can find anything glaring.....but hopefully a more experienced skinner can help!
Thanks for your suggestions woman-wise. I've added all that i'm going to for version 1.1 (i think), but these will certainly be kept in mind for 1.2...although you may be surprised depending on what i decide/get round to.