Bob,
Well said!
The rumour I've heard is that after 6 years initial ros, the retention pay for those 6 years will be paid as a lump sum (with a further ros attached to it).
Not heard any other rumours though. To me it would seem inconceivable for there to be any reduction in retention pay, given that the RAF really need to retain all aircrew trades, amid the sdsr announcements and airline recruiting.
So cuts it will be then no doubt!!