[Davros]

The hijack argument is loose Morgeruat, coming as late as it has in the piece. I respect the point about staying on topic in the early life of a thread, but when it slows down and loses momentum (and this one was down to less than one post per day when I ade my last post) then it is typical of all threads that they evolve into several different directions by the parties that remain in the discussion. If my post had been made high on the first page on the first day then I would acknowledge what you are saying and take my remarks elsewhere. To demonstrate my point (and with no intended jibe at your good self), I note that as the topic starter you had not participated till now since post 3 on day 1. To me this is a thread that has evolved.

The point has pretty much become moot anyway, since I note that Ray has unfortunately decided it is time for him to take another sabbatical. I think that is a pity - I may not agree with all his views, but things are more interesting when he is about.