3rd September 2005, 11:45 AM
Sorry Peter-have to put grumpy hat on here...Peter`s response here is a perfect example of why people like Gumbo-and me, despise the concept of "consultants". They have the nasty habit of assuming the moral high ground, assume that the rest of the profession understand less than them and, think they`re very,very clever. Consultants will do fu*ck all unless it`s in their interests. Timewatch et al are members of the public putting us to shame. They have got off their arses and got involved. Well, Timewatch people, you have my support and if there is anything I can do for you, please yell. If there are viewers out there who, like me, is not remotely interested in how Tarmac, consultants, units or landowners manipulate and dress statements and, is sick to death of morons grinning at you in that self-righteous fashion-call me. There is nothing better than a good, nationwide media rubbishing of all that smells in this issue. Not only that, direct action is a tried and tested response to the arrogant. I`m more than up for both. I would also recommend that someone publishes Dr Wardles response. Whatever happens, Thornborough belongs to the nation and no amount of snide,contrived manipulation of law and procedure by anyone should allow a small number of individuals to profit from a national treasure like this. Trust me, I`ve seen the damage that "consultants" do on the ground-you really should cross the road when you encounter them. Whilst I understand Peter`s reluctance to give his time for free, on this occasion, I feel like vomiting. Don`t forget, there are thousands of committed archaeologists out there who work like slaves in sh*t conditions for less than a toilet cleaner. "consultants" charge upwards of 400-800 a day for their services.Peter-you should be ashamed of yourself.