Wobble2plank.
Continue your debate about meeting attendance elsewhere. I believe, from the chairperson of Bassa and the head of IfCE that Bassa were present. I wasn't there so I can only rely on this information. You are adamant that Bassa did not attend. Why? were you there? who is your source? Finally on this item, consider that cabin crew have two unions, who this time are in agreement and working together, Bassa and Amicus (nee CC89). They are sub-branches of Unite.
And to the holding pool. Many ex temps are in the pool. They are there until something else comes along. They are keeping their options open. Depending on the details of new fleet, many will not return if the fleet goes ahead as discussed in the company's 32 point consideration list. The issue isn't just about money, it is also about working to scheme. Alot of ex temps are working for other airlines at present. It may not be worth their while re-joining BA. Source. My wife and her friends and facebook friends who are all ex temps. There may be 500 ex temps in the pool, but I fear there could be a high attrition rate.