I would just like to send my heart felt condolences to Phil's Family and Partner.
Phil's work was always the back stop, the sigh of relief you could rely on when the rest of the world was just becoming ridiculous with boat designs. His work was somewhere you could go to relax and refresh with simplicity.
The world of boat design is considerably richer for Phil's work and life.
I love the thought of Phil casualy rowing his Gloucester dory past Peter at the gates and just exchanging a knowing wink, no need to check his bonafides.
my respect and regards Phil
Bob