R4 Just now.
I didn't hear all of it, but the You and Yours programme was running an item on Industrial Action and BA/BASSA in particular. First up was an LHR CC who, while obviously quite nervous, simply trotted out the BASSA line; 'Imposition - I work Christmas - miss my family - Willie is a bad man etc.' He even said he thought Walsh was 'looking quite unwell'. Only strike breaking crew could tell really - they are the ones who have seen him.
The statement (open letter?) from Walsh to Woodley was quite interesting and seemed to imply that if BASSA put the last 'non offer' to the members, it might be put back in play. There would be a slight distraction while BASSA did so and, if there wasn't too much crowing and mouth music from the Union, Walsh might reactivate the offer and give BASSA a way out. Does anyone see that as a possibility? The sticking point will be Staff Travel and the union might be hung for that as for anything else.
My nephew is a BA FO and has served drinks and pushed trolleys on both weekends. I hear that the atmosphere was brilliant and everyone, including the passengers, had a great time. Seems a shame to spoil it by bringing back those that don't see it that way?
Roger