The DTW reps voted against the TA, but failed to be present at the roadshow in their own council to explain their viewpoint? Epic fail.

The excuse given is sad. The excuse given by some of the supporters even more so. They were asked not to be present? And they complied? Double-fault.

If you're being driven away from a meeting in your own council, or you find it important to attend other events, or fly a trip, you've got no excuse.