"Col" wrote in message
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"Martin Rowley" wrote in message
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With the change to a notable wintry type expected (whether
snow-laden or
not, a significant change), I was listening to Radio 5 this morning
with
more than usual interest for Bob Prichard's assessment (I assume it
was
Bob - have yet to hear him this morning).


Fair enough, but the change to potentially severe conditions
isn't imminent as in the next 12-24hrs or so, it won't be until
Monday at the earliest. At this stage I wouldn't consider this to
be top priority. Important yes, but not top priority.


.... most people will be planning activities etc., over this weekend and
will want expert guidance on the weather in the week ahead. That is what
they (normally) get from Bob and Philip in this slot. This week, when
the weather is set to change dramatically, they didn't get the chance.
This is a failure of major proportions in my view and can't just be
dismissed lightly.

Martin.