"a good deal both for UK taxpayers and the US government,"
This reminds me of when we sold our gold reserves which at the time was described as a great deal and very beneficial for our nation.
Are we going to make a profit on this sale or is it a 'Give Away' clearance that gets rid of an embarrassing issue that is so controversial.
I accept the harrier decision has been made but by getting rid of these aircraft it is now definitely FINAL
The US see the sense in having these aircraft and are now taking advantage of our crass decision, I bet their military are laughing all the way to the bank at this bargain of a lifetime.
I have no idea of the figures involved but from previous government experience with the selling of gold we do have previous for giving things away at ridiculously low prices.