I believe I am a loud to have a freedom of speech ...
I am mindful that Darren has been banned and can't reply, so agree that some of the posts above are a bit harsh.
But no, none of us has freedom of speech here. Not here nor on most other forums. This and they are mainly owned and run by private individuals (Martin in this case) who take all the risks and responsibility. You and all of us are in his sitting room and we abide by his codes of conduct or get shown the door.
I don't agree with certain things on various forums, but if a (polite) request that they be changed is unsuccessful it's a case of live with it or walk away.
Ultimately neither being in a hurry or ignorance/not understanding the rules is an excuse to break the rules without dispensation, as any policeman pulling you for speeding will make clear.