The panelprocedure of WTO shows undoubtedlygreat improvement as compared with GATT, and has shown a great importance in the dispute settlement mechanism (DSM) of WTO.
He described the way the disciplinary procedure had been handled as "cack-handed" and "chaotic", saying the panel felt the dismissals were as a result of issues raised by Mr Routledge regarding the conduct of a member of staff who was a good friend of the Lockes.