Originally Posted by soaringhigh650
I was specifically asked to turn away from it for "separation" even though I had it in sight and can self-separate
The 'deconfliction malaise' of VFR in UK Class D is widespread. It is compounded by TCAS RAs, the 'Duty Of Care' advice in CAP774 and deluded, non-flying ATC examiners who autonomously preach so called 'best practice'.
Anywhere in particular?