After many SH tours, I have experienced the luxury and hell that the RAF can provide, all over the world. I cringe at the stupidity of those who delight in saying that "we always have it tougher than you". So what, who is the stupid one there then??? It's always preferable to check in, rather than dig in. As long as you CAN dig in when absolutely necessary.
I will compare this situation to a RN ship. Poor accommodation, ok then, long deployments, ok as well....... Poor food, mutiny.
It doesn't matter if you are based in a 5star beach resort staffed by naked playboy bunnies, you have to get the basics right, food. The beancounters have taken one step too far.
FJ crews have always been soft pussies, but for once I agree with the whinges