Having been involved in the early staffing for DE Sgts ATC, I understand that the uptake is still below expectations.
With due deference to Danny42C, I enjoyed all my 'operational' time in ATC on airfields (Strubby, Tengah,Waddington and Stanley) and in Area (Eastern x 2 and LATCC(Mil)). And whilst acknowledging the 'battery hen' term Danny uses, there was always something about the 'big picture' that made Area appealing. That said, there's no doubt that Local was my favourite seat [for many reasons].