Whilst the count is not 100% correct in what he says, I do believe there will be a number of resignations once the holiday pay entitlement is in the bank. I made my decision during the work coverage agreement changes. There are several general strategies which I have tended to disagree with for years now, this current agreement is simply the latest one. The majority seem happy with the direction the union is taking, so I'll never be able to change the way things are done. However, I don't see why I should pay for a service I disagree with.
I joined the union mainly as professional insurance. That was the premise upon which it was 'sold' to me. However, that insurance failed to protect a good friend of mine a few years back. Again, there is no point in paying for insurance that isn't really there when you need it.
I do however believe in paying for benefits, so I'll continue to pay the union until the holiday pay case is concluded.