Thanks for the above.
Didnt realise roster instability was such a huge issue in Monarch!
With regard to those who suggest BA (we have a fast track into their system) the main problem with that is that the 145 weighs less than 25 tons. BA insist on us going onto the A320 (777 not an option for three years) so I would have to live in a caravan at LHR and come home for days off. Lack of bidding seniority would mean finish late on say Monday (get home Tue AM) see the kids Tuesday evening and leave home Wed PM for an early on Thursday(weekends are not available to new starts for a considerable period).
Did apply to VS a year ago but havent got a hope in hell at the moment (too many type rated guys well ahead of me).
The only sure thing for me is I dont want to continue regional flying in a jungle jet for the next 25 years.
Any further thoughts on Monarch much appreciated.