....or, this could be a very shrewd move by MAG. Given that the long term goal of Gatwick is to get rid of the smaller (domestic) operators and cater solely for medium to long haul, and no-one can afford slots at Heathrow unless you're Virgin. It could just be that STN may, in time, become the London domestic hub of the future.
I'm sorry LGS, but that Luton airport - bus - train thing is a major pain. STN is not very quick, and you have to go to Liverpool Street, but its right on the doorstep.