I think it's wonderful that we are all discussing all these red herrings but some of the more strident (if that's the right word) posters seem to have neglected the real arguement.
How do the BASSA supporters think this is going to move on.
Most keep telling me what is wrong but no one seems to offer a way forward.
At least BA, by imposition which you may not like, have moved the arguement forward.
It may, or may not, end their (BA) way but end it will and the management can get back to running an airline and not industrial unrest.