It was nothing close to a "another" (???) rant, but your interpretation of it Ritchie. I've changed my stance considerably re this kinda stuff after reflection re previous issues/incidents on this Sb board a long time ago. I don't intend to alter that stance any time soon. Study hundreds of my threads if you want to!! Lets say I've had enough of it and try to strictly stay on the theme of debate. However, everyone to their own opinion and I don't retract what I originally said. That's where we differ. A difference of opinion will always prevail when it comes to this kinda stuff, we're not all the same!! What I was inferring is that it would be no surprise if the "human factor" kicked in and a lotta Euro officials did play "hard ball". A lotta people really need to waken up re the whole situation covering the Brexit fantasy and "get off their high horses", focus on the real mess that is Brexit and the fact there is a huge political and media conspiracy to try to normalise it while the damage to the country and millions and millions of people is massive. Note that is no rant, just highlighting the seriousness of this never ending issue. What I will additionally say is the fact it is so frustrating to observe what is going on politically and it has been shamelessly "rolling on" for years while certain people are debating the "serious prob" of travelling abroad?? Really?? Lets set priorities accordingly eh!! Just study the huge number of threads on this OP alone and discover this frustration is not unique to me either!! I repeat what has been previously said on this board (and others btw!) - I care for the future of my kids and grand kids and I am greatly concerned, as are many people I know who are similarly concerned with the massive deterioration in the moral and societal fabric of this country and the absolute political mess that is linked to this negative phenomenon. THE FUTURE PROSPECTS OF THIS COUNTRY LOOK BLEAK AND THAT IS A FACT!!