From your various comments, it seems a separate switch for the spots a good idea. This would allow me to use the spots as a supplement to dipped headlights - which are on most of the time. This would better light the roadway whilst not dazzling oncoming traffic.
Have e-mailed Phil Ledgerwood for details of his "rod through the number plate" solution, and will compare with Borghi - if I can find their e-mail address.
Cheers