Unwell raptor,
Given the way Mr Blair has developed as a control freak, at the expense of other state offices and institutions, it is quite natural that criticism will be ad hominem.
If you're in charge of something, whether it's a country or squadron or a small business or whatever, there is more tolerance towards you if you take care to respect the people and the offices which are there to support you.
The criticism against Mr Blair is the price he pays for ignoring this. Maybe he thinks that it is worthwhile.
This isn't meant to be a political comment, more a suggestion as to why a more low key method of transport may be advisable.