Kebab
The numbers quoted are correct. I've seen the same and I have informally spoken to a lot of the Nimrod chaps at High Wycombe who seem to have similar opinions. The figures include everything to support Nimrod for 10 years, most of which will be gone within 18 months - hence the first year's saving (Apr 11-Mar 12) is smaller than the following 9.
As far as I'm concerned, BWoS can "go whistle" for any contract penalties - if not we should get "Rogue Traders" on the case!
Apparently, according to the BBC website, "Matt and Dan are off hunting rogues for the next series or Rogue Traders..."
Rogue Traders - Consumer show exposing businesses and individuals giving customers a raw deal.
LJ