Well i guess it is all in the interpretation then really. There was a period of time that i was actually full time for my current company BEFORE i did the MECIR and the rating WAS REQUIRED for me to fly but i guess the crux of it is whether or not i was a pilot for the company BEFORE i did the rating...... How do i prove this?? Bugger!!
Still, im very interested to hear anyone's experiences if they have them!!