OliWW - my understanding is that FR looked at BHX as their preference over EMA for a Midlands base but did not get the deal they wanted from BHX so pulled their flights except Dublin and made it very public that they had fallen out with BHX over charges. However I have always believed there is enough demand for FR flights from both EMA and BHX it seems that it has just taken a very long time to get a deal at BHX that suits both parties. I doubt FR will pull out of EMA though, just look at the routes announced from BHX there is very little overlap with those from EMA, I should imagine thats the way it will stay. Interestingly, FR at BHX have also shied away from going head to head with either Baby or Flybe (except Marseilles) perhaps thats part of the deal with BHX therefore keeping everyone happy.