It seems that what happened on this Op ( and Libya if memory serves) was an instant declaration of field conditions. This has the advantage ( from the bean counters' point of view) of meaning no/reduced LOA . The counter is that there must be provision of certain facilities including enhanced / 24 hour FREE catering. It seems that this side is not happening! Regardless of the view of them "4 Yorkshire Men" here , this is unlikely to have a positive effect on morale or indeed long-term retention.