In reply to nodwas:
Good to hear other people have the same problem.
I have tried wetsuit glue so we shall see how that copes!
It's easy to make them last, wash them with the right stuff and reproof it all the time keeps it going nicely. I don't really see what could go wrong with them apart from wear if looked after properly.
I tried ME but they weren't that helpful to be honest, just said try an aftermarket repair shop which was quite disappointing to say the least for a £200 jacket!