It looks like the with the cash and points element now being dynamic. at lower category properties in particular, the cash element has gone up in price except at the very lowest rates. For Gatwick, the cheaper rates for upcoming dates are still coming in at 12,000 + £55.35, so it doesn't look like a positive change.

The upside is that the rates for full points are definitely lower and in line with cash rates. The ceiling cost is still there as before, but there are definitely discounts on pricing that are also dynamically linked to the rates, which mean lower rates are available. These appear to be tied in to BAR rather than sale or advanced rates from first checks. Will do some more digging though.