Cheaper Skynet?
As reported last year, the Government is still pressing ahead with Skynet-6 (military satellite comms).
https://www.theregister.com/2020/06/18/skynet_6_6bn_satellite_bids_shortlist/
I still wonder whether this deal has something to do with it. The cost of Skynet is supposed to be £6bn. What's another £1/2bn on top?