Influencing in Europe/EASA
I hope that someone in the balpa world is experienced at influencing in Europe.
A few odd thoughts.
1. Influencing in Europe requires multiple attacks. EASA itself, the Commission, the MEPs and even the UK Govt all need to be influenced.
2. Get named individuals. Not office holders. Named individuals in the EU world do not like being identified. Identify them, and publish their role. Let them know that if accidents arise, they will be pursued through the French Courts. (They are so much nastier to individuals than the british ones)
3. All EU and EASA officials are looking for their next EU/EASA job. Bear this in mind when "influencing" them. In particular, the top few Directors in EASA are dependant on "Community goodwill" for their next job. Remember that. EASA Directors will not fart without Commission approval.
4. Be very clear about who writes the drafts, who the decision makers are, and who will actually take the decision. Attack all 3 layers.
Good luck