Lucifer,
ScotPilot was not being picky. He makes a very valid point that you seem determined to miss.
It doesn't matter how many wannabees there out there with ATPLs and CPLs, if do not have jet time or command time then they are not appropriately qualified to replace the potential strikers.
Airlines have systematically eroded pilot terms & conditions whilst making them fly harder, almost up to the CAP371 limits, with fatiguing work patterns and major roster disruption caused mainly by the lack of crews.