I am another SATCO reading these treads and passing on the salient points to the front line. Thank you DD, MD et al for the factual stuff.
It has emerged that Spot is where he is because, like the rest of us, he was trying to do his best for his aircew - I have met no one in 25 years in this specialization who would not do the same.
Spot, ATC is a big boy's game which takes a special kind of bravery to play. Everyone down here is thinking of you and supporting your corner. Please draw comfort from the times in the past, that you will never know about, when a bit of advice here, or a bar room chat there, has been the difference in countless other potential incidents with all your students and UTs over the years. We can't imagine your feelings, but rest assured you and Sue are in our prayers