Yeah, forgot about the COMR issue. With more robust handling of the PFI contract, that is probably a starter - actually I believe it is/was on the table as an option now you mention it.
Concur Southside re
PR and the SW England media. Not that the Lee/PO boys shouldn't get the thanks, just that we should do a bit better.
DCC (Directorate Corporate Communications - DPR of old) - why not spend some productive money on a military SAR/general helo ops telly ad? (I am standing by for JunglyAEO et al to tell me what a waste of money this would be!). Benefits? Increased recruiting/greater public awarensss/understanding/support. Hard to see the downside. (?)