I think you're both right, this obviously changes the whole thing, The T&D ballot was supposed to be a totally seperate ballot, and as such should not have any bearing on the pay offer as it stads.
Those trainees who have already voted "NO" are probably glad that they did as management obviously dont give a s**t about the morale of the poor beggars working hard to achieve a first validation so they can get the promised and NEGOTIATED pay increase.
What message is being sent out here?
Those who have not yet voted are obviously going to be swayed by this.