BPF,
There is certainly a discussion to be had on the wisdom of conducting training for the Night Rating at the same time as for a PPL and, if you look at Post 2, you will see that I probably agree with your sentiments.
However, I believe, this discussion has been about Aviation Authorities writing and promulgating Laws, Rules, Regulations and Guidance Materials for the aviation community but then deciding not to abide by these themselves, without even informing anyone - not a way any organisation should be operating.