SARREMF - the statement about 12 bases and 12 aircraft on call implies no seconds at all and is therefore a clear contradiction to the 'no lesser capability' requirement for SAR H.
I don't believe the basing of any of the flights is sacrosanct, however, moving will cost money and is therefore unlikely to happen.
I think you will find I haven't been 'civvy bashing' - just plain old bantering
