The 55,000 is still rumour at this stage. No offers been made yet, and also no details as to what it includes. Only Serco resignees have been approached and no encouragement for anyone else to approach the DCA.
Almost certainly all inclusive though, which in Dubai isn't enough given rent, schooling etc. As with any 'lump sum' it won't favour anyone with 2 or more kids.
Expecting announcement soon of the revised Serco package to retain and attract more controllers. Again no details as to how much.
RD