Hand,
this was obviously not started by Capt P. to generate another BA/BACX slanging match so leave the 'debate' to those that are actually affected by the recent announcements. You are in a pretty enviable position so...
As for those of us who are actually REALLY affected by BA (mis)managements recent attempt at the regional flying game...
...I am quite surprised at the company-wide feeling of misrepresentation (or lack of adequate representation) by BALPA. Yes, our CC are working their butts off for free, but when BACC are seen to be actively making deals to help one element of the workforce, against the interests of another BALPA PAYING part of the company... who knows where it may lead?
Separate company councils representing crew working for the same 'parent company' is undoubtedly counter-productive. Lets face it... it is known as a UNION for what reason? (Check a dictionary please).
Hand... you really ought to actually speak to some of your seconded colleagues up here in Manchester. They are no longer spouting the usual cr@p about 'them and us' cos nowadays it's 'us and us'. This really is a time when 2 company councils united will stand a chance. While the current 'divide and rule' concept is allowed to flourish, there will NEVER be any safe base or posting (BHX included).
Get those rose tinted Ray Bans off before it's too late.
RM