Nottingham Post published Mick Newell defends role as England selector during members'...

Mick Newell has defended his role as an England selector, insisting it does not affect his job as Nottinghamshire director of cricket.Newell came in for a grilling at a members' forum at Trent Bridge today as he was asked to explain a variety of decisions this season.Among the questions was whether he feels he can perform his duties with a struggling Notts side properly while he has a hand in picking international squads.Newell said: "I don't think my work with Notts is affected. This time.