Sorry Kiltie. It did come out a bit harsh, and I apologise. I have always felt that you were very knowledgable, and generally had an answer for most things, so the last thing I should have done was seemingly get irritated with you! I was trying to make a point, but rather overcooked it!
I criticised some ATCOs for being precious and pompous. Uncalled for. There are lots of pilots who are as bad or worse, and the same goes for every other profession, I guess. I have plenty of ATCO friends, and they are great blokes.