As a civilian who was very worried by the security issues raised by the lack of an MPA capability I don't give a tinkers curse about the badge that goes on the side of the aircraft, I am just very pleased that the UK is getting back a capability that it should never have let slip.
My hope is that the requirement for these aircraft is so urgent that we can get a few of them from the production intended for the US Navy, this would have the advantage of quick delivery times and BAe not being involved in a high cost long delivery time gold plating.