@ Top Bunk .. a neat summary.
Time to find out how stupid BASSA/Unite/Militant CC can be.
As a pre-booked pax, I have no concerns. BA will deliver, and the Union[s] will look ever more stupid as their efforts achieve zilch.
Sadly, I do find it difficult to smile at BA CC these days. However, they have brought that on themselves, whether or not they are actually activists or just stupid. I pay their wages through my fares, so I really don't care very much ... just do what you're supposed to do, and I'll complain to BA [with personal details] if you don't. Regardless of whether you're a potential striker or not ....
... And YOU have made me feel like that ... pirrocks.