This is a public discussion forum - the (first) reply was to a question of general interest (and no censorship action was taken or indicated).

Why then are these contributions not being made on the same conditions that everyone else must accept?

Contributing two answers whilst being able to choose not to refresh the thread a second time is not an action open to most of us. Nor one that will ensure the answer will be seen. And is one that will give the firm impression that for some reason the thread is judged not to be one to refresh. But we all have to make a choice.

The only hope for the forum that I see, is that everyone here is encouraged (by example) to finally accept that making any response - (even when posting to tell others not to respond) - will bring the thread back to the top. And that if (for whatever reasons) that is not the wish - you don't post a response. the thread will then die a natural death.

Perhaps this can be considered by them and this example can be set now by our volunteers?