Largely I agree with Lazlo,
Maybe what it needs is all this to be published on the plates as is done at some of the spanish airfields (with a bit more thought behind it however!) Something like maintain 180kts until 7 or 8miles then 160kts until 4, unless advised by ATC.
However, to quote my fleet manager in a recent aircrew notice "It's a touch of the tail wagging the dog!" In reference to the increasing number of constraints during descent, approach, landing and runway occupancy. A stablised approach is emphasised as the number one consideration, but to advise ATC if unable to comply with constraints.
I must own-up to being at fault here on occasion. 9 times out of 10 you call established and you get "descend with the glide and 160 until 4." (at Gatwick) So much so that i am guilty of doing it without being asked. As they say assumption is the Mother of all F**k-ups. Thanks for bringing it to everyones attention.
My eyes have been opened....