Latest is that TW is to contact BA to restart discussions on a new offer, so no strike ballot for now.
Are BA likely to back down from their "Final" offer? I doubt it.
At present they have all (and more) than they want:
Crew Complements reduced - initial savings made
New fleet implemented - more savings made
No pay rises for most CC, and no share offer - more savings made
Group of VCC - strike busters, reduces future losses due to CC strikes.
Where is the incentive for BA to settle? They just need to repeat their last offer (which TW said was the best they could get). It isn't even in TWs interest to get a better deal, as he would look a fool if he did - given what he said about the last one.
The people who need to settle are the CC - gain their pay rises, full restoration of seniority, etc.
BA will happily accept Unite to discussions, but very much doubt there will be any significant improvement to the offer.