I honestly don't see the point in BALPA. I think I'll not bother joining them
Probably the most narrow minded, ill thought out comment I've heard for a while.
Balpa may appear ineffectual to some, but they are all we have. With stagnant Flexicrew membership, Flexicrew will never seek recognition within CTC/Parc and terms and conditions will perpetually decline; indeed with inflation the way it is, Flexicrew are enduring a sizeable pay cut year on year.
Flexicrew Balpa membership is £2/month for the first 8 months (CTC), then £10/month thereafter. If you'd prefer to be £2 a month better off, rather than attempt to unite and improve matters, then you've clearly had a fairly sizeable Lobotomy!