Thanks for the reply Gonzo.
Originally Posted by I'm not joking sir
Certainly is. Every time it's read back "line up after the..........." is another grey hair. It's poor RT.
I believe it's a human factors issue, it's easier to say the last instruction first and then remember what was said.
eg if you said "line up 27L after the departing BMI A320"
the answer would be "after the BMI A320 line up 27L"