In response to the previous post:
This opinion is in my humble view somewhat incorrect.
I do not have to tell ATC if I have to reduce on final approach to ensure a stabilised landing, should the workload be too high OR if the frequency is blocked. However, I should announce this whenever I do have the chance.
ATC really vectors too short in my opinion in some airports. Remember that your first priority lies with the safe handling of the aircraft. That goes for ATCO's as well as for the Flightcrew. Expeditious and volume handling should always take a second place.
A rushed and fast approach followed by an unstable situation is in my book always worse then an approach broken of due to runway occupancy in CAVOK conditions.
That said, I do have the utmost respect for ATC and know that they DO work hard in a lot of European airports. Especially in Western Europe.