I think the anomolies are the system are best demonstrated at Popham (amongst others) where one runway is licenced and the other is not.
Beagle makes a very good case and a rationalisation will help the growth of the NPPL SEP.
I do not subscribe to protectionist measures. Otherwise, lets ban PPLs from learning in the US.
If the owners of Sodding Typical Airfield can make money on £7.50 landing fees and a school rent that gives rise to 152 lessons at £85, then that's a good thing. It certainly won't put the Shoreham, Southend and Biggins of this world out of business. It may even reverse the decline in GA business and cause growth, through better affordability.