Your letter reminded me of the reply I got from QL some 3 years ago, along with a verbal (from HR) 'we have hundreds/thousands of applications so . . . . . . . . '
Oh well onwards and upwards - the world has not ended.
Maybe it is this ingrained 'we will prevail and succeed/overcome' mentality of those in HR. . .
Like what is happening to QL (and others), give them a few more years and then . . . . . . ?
I have been puzzling on this possible age issue... There is the greater maturity, more rounded experience (and not just with flying), probably received further education through work, and so more likely to stand up for yourself and become a thorn in their side with regards future T&C issues.