Apathy is the main problem hampering progress. People are scared for their lives. The 'I don't want to be the guinea pig shouting for change' brigade. This group is large - most pilots in the company.
Ryanair have very cleverly over the years instilled the 'policy' of immediate base closures should union recognition be voted in. They have convinced grown men of this policy via propaganda in pigeon holes and management base visits.This creates division. Enough division so unity is almost impossible.
What if all the bases had a ballot? If 4 vote yes and everyone else votes no,then what? People fear Ryanair will shut up shop and move elsewhere to 'punish' the 4 yes bases.
I know its mind boggling that people are so intimidated. Almost hard to believe but this is the reality.