I've poked around a bit more and found reference to it in RAVE page 2800, but it just states "Disconnect the 2 electrical connections" so it is a factory fit item but no mention of what it does. I've pressed both sides of the switch and all I can tell is that it has the same effect as turning the ignition switch to position 1 but only while I continue to press.
I seem to remember reading about Land Rover using a "Transport Mode" for shipping cars but I think it was all implemented in the engine compartment.
Thanks for your replies, if I ever find out what it's for I'll let you all know.
Norm.