There is a case for saying that having a defendant with an advanced case of Alzheimer's makes it difficult to achieve a meaningful fair criminal trial. BUT ... this doesn't rule out referring the matter to the full scrutiny of whichever one of the Inquiries that have been set up would be...
I guess the thinking is that a low-scoring third innings by Sussex will force a finish to the game. Letting Hampshire loose to score 600 in the third innings risks a draw. At least this approach will guarantee the victory that Hampshire deserve.
It's certainly not what the Tory Secretary of State has promised the parish councils between Lewes and Polegate. Neither he nor the Highways Agency think dualling is necessary.
D'ya know what, Dave? I have a feeling that, even if the Albion got promoted to the Premier League and managed to survive without getting relegated, I'd be concerned that the rumblings weren't being dealt with. It's not just about success or failure on the pitch. It's about the relationships...