, and correct me if I'm wrong, has only issued a statement via The Chronicle but not actually given a press conference or public interview of any kind.
Considering he is normall mouthy and loves the limelight that in itself is strange. Unless he is keeping quiet so as to not antagonise Ashley any more.
Lets not forget the normally excuse ridden Pardew said at all times he was happy with his squad and coaches, who quote "are magnificent", so partly blaming Ashley was always going to land him in trouble.