Moderating and closeing threads

[Tony*T3]

Why is it some of the best threads get closed when a moderator decides they no longer like the direction a few posts are going?

Its surely a job of a moderator to moderate, not simply shut threads down?

[TonyHetherington]

Do you have a specific thread in mind?

[falcemob]

What may be the best threads to you and me can be offensive to others and can get quite out of hand and it is easier to close a thread rather than having to spend 24/7 keeping an eye on it. Plus what is easier, close one thread or have to warn more than one person and all the hassle that can cause?

[Ballistic Banana]

Generally closing threads is the last resort...normally for what ever reasons a thread reply will be removed if seen unsuitable or a Mod will ask for the thread to get back on topic before closing.

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