Drambuster, again go back and read my posts! I think it is vital for all PPLs to have an IMC, and what a superb rating to have available.
For once you have said something sensible....horses for courses. Absolutely.....
I originally felt the need to post on this thread to address a comment about the nasty old French and EASA that was incorrect. Somehow it turned into a battle about IR vs IMC..........Stupid .