Bovingdon,
If you really want to work in Ops/Dispatch then get that airline directory out and write to absolutely everyone and anyone. I started out in Ops with a foreign cargo airline. Slogged it out with them for about 18mths then I must of wrote to over 100 companies, eventually resulting in busy ops position with one of Gatwicks major players. Since then I've moved on and now work for an airline that's more experienced then it's name suggests and I am loving it (sad I know to admit!!) If you're an aspiring pilot, I wouldn't tell the airlines your dreams. In my experience I have literally seen applications thrown in the bin if any mention of flying is on the C.V. However, get yourself established with a good airline and then start concentrating on the flying.... This way you will have now built up loads of contacts.... Trust me this is the best way to go.... Good Luck!
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Chilli sauce and salad?