This seems like a very strange update. Is he really trying to achieve higher numbers of SLS uptake or would he prefer us not to take it so he doesn't make the improvements to CoS 08? My plan was to wait until the 18th then plump for CoS 99 and give them SLS but I tend to react badly to threats and intimidation, so I'll think on it for a couple more days.
Here in Europe I don't think it's legal to act in this way with regards to employment contracts... this merits further investigation!