2 problems for Unite
Now we'll see just how concerned unite is about it's members.
In the fimal proposal you may have noticed that there is no longer the offer of giving exclusive bargaining/negotiating (sorry can't recall the exact wording) for unite for New Fleet. Mention is now only made of a seperate negotiating "body".
And in the covering letter, mention is made of BAs desire to renegotiate the industrial relations framework. The letter goes on to say that if agreement isn't reached on a new framework by 18 June 2010, then the company will serve notice on the current facilities agreement.
Not sure if "facilities agreement" refers to actual office space (I think BA pays the rent?) or does it mean the overall recognition of unite?
So, will unite be fighting for it's members, or for itself?