I am getting more and more annoyed by the minute by everbody referring to the crux of this matter as "doing the MET"!
This is about reducing ATSA numbers at NSL regionals to the point that there will be no ATSA on the nightshift.
This is not just about MET. This is about operational plugged in ATCOs having to answer incoming calls from the public with noise complaints, UFO sightings, wrong numbers for Pizza delivery, bomb threats et al. Sending NOTAMs and SNOTAMS, formulating ATIS broadcasts, sorting out stand allocation problems and everything else (including help when there is an emergency) that the ATSA staff do now and seems to be overlooked.
To NSL management this is about saving money and I'm sure they would even pay a bit more to achieve their goal.
To NSL regional ATCOs it is about providing a safe service without being lumbered with a raft of additional tasks (otherwise known as operational distractions!!!)
That is why I will be voting NO and will vote NO regardless of percentage points so long as "MET" is part of the deal.
