I have received an instruction from Cara's management company - Gamblemusic, to publicly apologise on this forum for the opening remarks in my post. It was an error of judgement that I regret.

I also regret causing offence to all Cara's stable-mates who thrive under the care of Gamblemusic. I withdraw my remarks and extend my apology unreservedly to the following acts:

Phil and Porky the Radioactive Pig, Peterson Leigh - Top P&L tribute act, Love-on-a-Stick - 70s Husband and Wife Duo, Les and the Picadors - 60s with a difference and The Gainsborough Puppet Theatre Company (in receivership).

I am asked to pint out that Gamblemusic has been instrumental in managing the reputations and standing of these acts at the highest level of the UK entertainment industry.

I am happy to make this apology9.