As long as the membership are willing to settle for whatever BALPA serves up, they deserve what they get.
You're right, they do. However many members put their faith (and not insignificant cash) in Balpa to protect their terms and conditions with some determination.This has not been happening.
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As long as Balpa are willing to settle for whatever management serves up, they deserve what they get.
I know it's the chicken/egg argument but Balpa must get some credibility before they will attract anybody.