RE post 12
There is a bit of a difference between forcing people to take their leave and forcing people to leave.
Allocating leave in this manner is one of a number of steps on the road to redundancy and has serious implications. I think you may be underestimating its significance.
I would hope you agree, it is best for all pilots to burn off any surplus leave in an effort to avoid/minimize potential job losses and/or downtraining.