BRS longhaul outbound isn't direct, its via MAN for fuelstop. The 787 may resolve this, but the delay on the production of it will obviously delay the BRS program.
Who knows about new operators! I've always thought Monarch would fit in well at CWL with some spanish, canaries and greek routes. Cant see it happening anytime soon though!
We'll just have to wait and see if TOM come up with more at a later date, or if TCX come up with anything.