Francis Baron: 'I'm getting too old for all this jibber-jabber'Another mess, another report, another lengthy deliberation - Rob Andrew produced his tour report at Twickenham yesterday, knowing his position could be in jeopardy if he continues to make excuses and sidesteps his own frailties as the man in charge of Elite rugby.
Jeff Blackett, the Rugby Football Union's disciplinary officer, conformed with RFU protocol by insisting he would take as long as it takes to uncover the truth behind the allegations of sexual misconduct against four England players.
If there is any evidence of criminality the Auckland Four could be in deepest darkest water with Martin Johnson, who has already casted a frown eye upon the fun off the field outweighing that on it.
Blackett hoped to have it all done and dusted before Johnson announces his 32 Elite Player Squad on July 1, but sweeping it underneath the RFU's pristine red carpet is not an option, so expect the saga to rumble on for weeks - no change there then. And by the way, just where are we with Brian Ashton?