Nearly Man,
Pulp did comment, however, that pilots are "plugged into hideous bonding arrangements" which, when you consider some of them are already type rated, seems a little harsh. Any barriers to the free MOVEMENT of the labour force (what did you think I meant by 'free labour'?) in Europe is a concern of the EU in any job market. I think it was a fair point. Whether they are in "contravention of EU law" or not, ask a lawyer; I was merely citing EU convention.
What further training costs can you point out for an already type rated pilot that would cost £5k? Merely curious. Not looking for a spat.
Now, put your dummy back in... only joking!
Vim