Thanks to all who have replied to my question
My licence is of the valid-for-life variety so I'm quite lucky in that respect. It's interesting how the CAA have changed the requirements for somebody revalidating after such a long period of time. If anything, I would assume they would make these requirements more stringent, not less. Could be dangerous couldn't it!
As I've mentioned already, I've started hitting the circuit and I'm rusty to say the least.. luckily the undercarriage has survived my landing attempts so far! Purely for my peace of mind/safety, I'm opting to take ground school lessons, particularly in Air Law & Navigation regardless of these minimum requirements, and of course FRTOL will be on the To Do list.
Thanks again!
LHD