It really is an unenviable job trying to discern the 'best' caption from so many good ones, but the consensus within the FM Marketing, Human Resources, Catering, Transport and Maintenance Departments was Lambert 1's -
"When Tony had told him he was having a life changing operation Fred thought he meant a vasectomy!"
Well done, Lambert, and thanks to everyone who gave their three or four penn'orth. A wee prize package will be winging its way to you before long, Lambert, courtesy of Chris Wilson at Laguna Fishing Products. Thanks again, everyone!