If FRA were to follow the WFRA/ SHR route, the dream scenario would be for an all-UK alliance of FRA/ WFRA/ SHR, independent of the athletics governing body. We could restore an all-UK calendar and common, pragmatic safety guidelines. Insurance of members for public liability as competitors or race organisers would come in at around £2 - £3 per member per year.

There is no reason why a good working relationship with UKA should not be set up. This would leave fell runners in control of their own sport, co-operating with the athletics governing body, or restraining it where necessary.

It would leave freedom of choice for the elite and the rest of us. It would give us the power to protect the British fell racing format, and to support change where we approved of it. The relationship could be complementary, but we would retain ultimate control of our own destiny.

Everyone wins under this scenario except the professional job creators and hangers-on in the government quangos.

So let's get on with it!