This new '30 PPL' sounds like what they have in the microlight world. They have a 'Restricted Microlight Licence' which only allows them to fly within a certain radious of their base airfield. Should they wish to have this restriction lifted, theres more dual training involved. It does seem to get more people flying, and if they enjoy it, they can then get fully qualified and enjoy cross countries and landaways. Don't forget that an awful lot of students get a PPL just for local, fun flying, and a lot of potential PPL's 'bale out' of he full course due to finances.