I am not going to disagree with you. However, if so and if that is the story, then...?  Also, Parkes has been very open about his very odd background, and seems to have some high level contacts (I guess UK related), and also others. All very interesting, particularly when so much is in agreement. In a complex situation, one wonders to what extent might 'flexibility' occur. If so, why, and for how long...?