Once landing at LHR the tower controller asked the preceding to clear asap, then came on the frequency and asked us to continue for a very late landing clearance and said slowly: "I am going to keep the frequency blocked until the traffic is clear, no readback required, xxxair you are now cleared to land"
We were probably at about 20 feet at that time. Now, again which is better?
Not ideal, I agree, but the reason for the late landing clearance in this instance was obvious to the following crew, It is the pilots decision if he wants to go around so if you aren't happy,you can exercise that option. Re 'land after' , there is a distance criteria which must be met before this can be issued so if the preceeding a/c hasn't passed that point then it can't be used. Rules are rules. Common sense isn't an option anymore as if it doesn't work out, you will be hung out to dry