John Mccrirrick

[andy-hughes]

So JM has lost his sacking appeal.

I am amazed that anyone would think that an ageism case would work, given the way the changes in Channel 4 Racing were brought about.

If he had tacked his dismissal (apparently it was seen as such by the tribunal) - on the basis that he was never advised that his on-screen persona was proving unpopular, and that he was given no warning of his lack of a future, he may well have had a case - the tribunal acknowledged both those points.

But to suggest that he was dismissed because of his age was born to fail - so didn't anyone think to tell him he would not win?

[grumpy01]

Don't know about attracting a younger audience.However,since this new set up has been in place audiences have plunged.Cunningham and Luck are a bigger turn off than John Mccririck,in the grumpy household.

[sandyRoe]

I'm sure he could have got double carpet on himself to win that case

[Psybbo]

Agreed grumpy, but he should never have used the 'age' issue. However he will have 30 days work a year on At The Races and be handsomely paid. Channel 4 Racing has become so boring now

[grumpy01]

Yes you're right on the age issue.