Jeez!! This is what happens
The RN is thinking of cutting escorts partly because they don't have enough people to man them and the Carriers at the same time (an outcome many of us forecast years ago) - but do you think once they cut to 17 they'll get the them back in 5 years time - I doubt it ....................... And the ones that are left will be buzzing around the carriers leaving gaps al over the shop - brilliant!!