Hello Liam
In previous postings, I have urged BOTH sides to get round the table. This is still the only solution to this sad state of affairs.
Even then, there are many who doubt there can again be a meaningful relationship between the company and its aircrew which is even sadder. This global phenomenon is discussed in the current edition of (I think) Airline Business.
Regarding the AOA, the 'squeaky clean' comment related to the view being promoted on this forum, that failure to reach a negotiated settlement was all the fault of the company. This is patently untrue. Goal posts WERE moved on an alarmingly regular basis and in the end company patience ran out.
My lack of 'confidence' in the union stems form a belief (not shared by others here I know) that they dreadfully underestimated company and shareholder resolve this time round. I don't blame ND but a 'professional' (JF) should have twigged.
I believe immediate withdrawl of any action,
limited or otherwise, will get the company back to the table although there are many who think it is already too late. Exchange of data (to those of us not directly involved) does SEEM like a nonsense. Surely every member logs their hours? The AOA therefore must have data on hours worked? Have I missed the point?
Re pre conditions, I thought re-instatement
was also a pre condition? This will be major
problem. They are not wanted in the organisation and I see this as a huge stumbling block.
Regards
SH