A few years ago I was actually asked by the ACU if I wanted a job at the TT along those basic lines, but I personally felt I was not really qualified to hold a post of high responsibility in the light of the fact that I was otherwise engaged in other TT matters like writing for the programme, paying riders entry fees and showing many of the TT virgins the wonders of this annual event.

Now, I feel that as a long time TT Fan I wish I could have taken up this offer and ploughed back some of my many years experience and knowledge of the TT, the Course and allied subjects when I was considered.

We certainly need independant observers who are qualified and Shaun certainly fits that requirement but even with his experience I would recommend he head a team of similarly qualified people to help in the coming period and hope the organisers of the TT will see the necessity of body such as put forward.

It can only help.