The same reason the RN were going to get...
12, then 8, now 6 Type 45s
8 (was it 8), now 6 (if you're lucky) Astutes....
MONEY!!!!!!
By the way....and it's not a dig.....
While the RN, according to you, has not got enough warships to maintain coverage in the Falklands, they can find 2 Frigates to send away on Exercise...
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All a matter of priorities?!