The issue I have with the Java classes explained by Stephen Colebourne is the use of UTC-SLS. This is a proposal that exists on an individual's web site. The existence and reputation of the website are subject to the future actions of the individual. It is also available as an inactive IETF draft. I don't think it is a good idea to base an aspect of an important language like Java on a timescale with no official recognition. If a similar substitute cannot be found, and no official recognition for UTC-SLS can be obtained, I would suggest incorporating the entire text of the UTC-SLS proposal into the Java specification.

Gerry Ashton
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