2. AIr Cmd said that they are looking at having to open up another MFTS Stn due to the increased numbers of aircrew required from SDSR15 - Pilots, WSOs and WSOps are needed for the extra Typhoon Sqns, P-8 and the increased number of RPAS.
It seems nonsensical re-opening the WSO cadre just for 9 P8s. The logical step would be to give that role to RN ASW Observers who could then cross pollinate from the ASW Merlin Force.