In reading VSFSMs post, it is clear that the union reps did their best to promote and publicise the sanctioned deal to cabin crew. The company also tried its best to learn the expectations of the crew both through the union and through iFly.
The problem is not so much in promotion of the deal, it is in managing how it is received, interpreted and understood. GalleyFM is the tool by which many of the crew base their understanding of how the company works. Where galleyFM is fuelled with inaccurate rumours (such as the one on cabincrew.com about CPMs getting a 7% payrise!!!!) then this can only be detrimental to the whole campaign regardless of which side of the fence you are sitting.
Text messaging, forums, galleyFM, rumour, fact and fiction have all been added together and confusion abounds. The results of the ballot will no doubt have a significant effect on the future of the airline either way.
How can we all work together to ensure that accurate information is spread consistently and openly next time, so that the negotiations and proposed solutions are given fair consideration? Suggestions on a postcard please....