Those who crossed Unites picket lines did so for a variety of reasons. The vast majority did not cross picket lines because of unilateral support for Willie Walsh.
Most who I talked to worked for personal reasons ranging from financial responsibilities, no voters, those that felt the action was unjustified to absoloute rejection of BASSA. There were also many who are not in the Union. Thus action by them would be considered secondary and illegal therefore they had to work. They were still screamed at by the BASSA open topped bus as 'scabs'.
BASSA has a fantastic ability to 'broad brush' anyone who does not agree with their viewpoint. Anyone NOT striking is a scab, irrespective of if they are in the Union or not. Anyone who does not accept the bullying and harrasment claims are either management stooges or liars. There is no capacity within BASSA to believe that people and members can ascertain whether or not action is justified. If BASSA say it is then it must be.
Time for BASSA to be kicked out and meaningful representation to take their place.