EXTRA LARGE CARPET NOT BIG ENOUGH
I think most of the interested parties on this thread are actually 'stunned' by the general lack of competence that has been shown by the very 'staff' that 'should' have been overseeing the ATC Gliding ops.
No blame can be attached to the VGS units that have demonstrated the ability to operate a safe training facility that had become overburdened with 'paperwork' that provided no extra safety.
However the full time paid staff responsible for the 'organisation' of the operation have been found to be completely out of touch with A:- What was needed,B:-The tech element,C:-How much practical experience (with continuity) is embedded with the schools,D,:-Or any element of practical and current knowledge of what is possible.
The organisation is being led by an element of non practical and tech incompetent staff (Military and civil servants) who have absolutely no idea of what they have done to the credibility of the organisation or the quality of leadership that is required.As Turkeys do not vote for Christmas i do not expect any dramatic change in direction unless there is some suitable change in leadership and the rapid influx of tech expertise. (no disrespect to Turkeys)