I think it's a good example of two different systems. Under EASA/CAA 'actual' or 'simulated' (Cloud vs hood) aren't considered relevant as they both meet the requirement for getting an IR.
The only requirement is to log Day/Night and the flight rules operated under.
My assumption is that hours flown 'actual' or 'simulated' are not required to be logged because under EASA/CAA all training for an IR must be done on an approved course run by an ATO, for which separate records are kept.
Also, under FAA rules you can log 6 instrument approaches in actual imc or wearing a view limiting device and keep your IR current forever all by yourself - Hence you need to log for that. We don't have that option under EASA/CAA - a flight with an examiner is mandatory to renew an IR so there is really no need to log hood time etc...
Last edited by rudestuff; 6th Jan 2023 at 07:30.