I like the idea of us all claiming back our subscriptions from BASSA - I wonder if there is any real mileage in that?
BASSA have, contrary to the confidentiality agreement of both sides, published both proposals just to leave them hanging in the air. The speculation, and misinterpretation of the facts on other forums is quite scary. They are asking what ground duties we will have to perform.
They have no understanding of the Fixed Monthly Duty Payment and the fact that it could be a benefit, particularly as pointed out earlier in relation to New Fleet. They have not read deep enough to realise it does not include meal allowances, but rather only the variable pay. They are muddling facts from both proposals, and they are calling for strike. BASSA, with only two days to go and having created this mayhem, is simply sitting back allowing the confusion and anxiety to perpetuate.
I have known for years that BASSA were incompetent. The extent of their incompetence has left even me flabergasted.
I sincerely hope that the majority of my colleagues take the time to read and digest both documents very carefully and understand what the real implications are if we do not agree something soon.