surplus1 ...I've already said too much.
I don’t think you have said too much. Just check this:
About IFALPA
IFALPA Briefing Leaflet - 30.06.09
Headline, “IFALPA requirements regarding pilot authority and flight control architecture”. Goes on to:
"The aircraft commander shall be given the authority and capability to select the level of augmentation for the flight control system."
And, wrap up:
"Automatic reconfiguration of pilot authority must be clearly indicated by the system.
Based on established procedures, the level of pilot authority must be selectable by pilot action.
The level of pilot authority must be clearly indicated by the system without any ambiguity.
If it is possible to regain a higher level of augmentation, the procedures shall indicate the status of the system."