As for new fleet yes it was off the table (infact Mr Francis PROMISED that it would not happen), then it reappeared and we were told there was no other way.This was before any strike ballot was issued.
Ask yourself why it reappeared? Perhaps because BASSA, in accordance with their member's mandate, refused to negotiate on anything else and that was the carrot which they chose to ignore.
If they made a u turn on this very important matter why should I believe all the things they are promising now?
Good question. However, as Carnage says, BA have to make the savings one way or another. If BASSA won't negotiate, BA have no choice but to impose.
Sadly BASSA had their chance.