I really think it's time the details of this were brought out into the light of day.
There is obviously misinformation around, and a lot of partiality based on incomplete data.
I am quite willing to explain my actions, and reasons for them.
So how about a bit of honesty and openness round here, then maybe we can put all this pettiness behind us.
We could ask Max to check back, to see what was actually said, and by whom?

JM