Steve - I've said it before and I will say it again.
I just want to know the truth of the matter that's all plain and simple. I aint 'batting' for no one but the truth mate.
If Mr Burton is guilty as charged then ok - but let's see the evidence - if not then the SDAA sec Bannister and Co own him a sincere apology. And yes, I have also heard of the tales of him fishing waters without proper permission too.
In light of Gordon Burton's previous and well known angling reputation and business links etc why are SDAA not making a full public statement? If they are indeed wrong or just biased in some way it could damage his links to any fishing tackle sponsers etc. If Mr B can prove that the sec has clearly libelled him, (out of possible old malice or envy etc?) then perhaps he would consider taking proper legal action to clear his name rather then hoping the matter would just blow over subsequent to him pulling silly faces in a frame on a Southport website?
Claims that no one is interested in this tale of woe are silly and quite unfounded for SDAA alone claim I believe around 500 members. Furthermore, the rest of the angling community will be anxious to know the whole truth, as 'some' of us on this thread clearly are.