ATC Tapes
The concept of taping ATC conversations has always been a bit of a mystery to me so I'd appreciate it if a UK ATC ppruner could help with the following:
If an incident occurs in UK airspace and I wish to check the tapes do I have to request the tapes be held?
What is involved in playing back or obtaining a transcript of the tapes?
How long are the tapes held for?
Any other info would be helpful, thanks.