Re- the use of the MGP as a feeder/experience for potential TT riders. I happen to know Paul has encouraged at least one very experienced short circuit rider to do just that. Perhaps if this was a recognised part of the qualification (eg, either past experience on TT/MGP, within say 5 years, or Irish roads, or you must do the Manx) then the DTL could perhaps offer more support, either financial or some other kind to help with marshal recruitment etc. It is a real problem as we were all very aware at the bottom of Bray last year.
Less people from across, and Manxies have to go to work. Maybe if it was seen as a nursery for TT more people would come to see if they could spot the stars of the future.
I have to say that for many years I never came for the TT, only the Manx and the Southern as I preferred the atmosphere. It's the berries, folks!