radnav is obviously AN management trying to give ‘his’ (ex) boys a bit of a feel good factor.
Interesting comment: “Fortunately most of us have been able to save and invest considerable sums of money over the last 12 years.” Hmmmm…. I suppose 30 pieces of silver goes a long way after 12 years investment.
Some heroes will find jobs overseas, but look forward to some interesting (non)exchanges in crewrooms and bars. If you’re not aware of how roundly you’re despised all over the world, you’re about to find out.
Don’t say you weren’t warned to be very well prepared - and bring yout thickest skin with you.