Hi BF, bral etc.
I really don't want this thread to deteriorate into a slagging match, (though undoubtedly it will) and I appreciate your considered comments.
All I would say is this: 18 months ago there were approximately 60 secondees, this has already reduced to 50, and this year alone (BEFORE the new business plan!) a further 6 had successful bids back to LHR. This represents, in a very short time, a cut in secondee numbers of over 25%. ALL REPLACED BY BACX PILOTS!
In other words, there has already been a considerable reduction in the NUMBER of secondees, AND THEIR PROPORTION, from the original agreement, with no accompanying reduction in the number of RJs.
That is not to say the secondees are unconcerned for our colleagues. We are. However, forgive us for turning a deaf ear to what could possibly be another shout of "wolf"!
Last edited by Tandemrotor; 29th March 2005 at 19:16.