Not you is it Duncan? No? Just wondered.... anyway:
You would assume that BALPA would be supportive of EU initiatives that will, over time, increase aviation industry profitability, thus securing a considerable number of jobs during a period of uncertainty as a result of this prolonged recession and the onslaught from low cost rivals.
BALPA and other EU cockpit associations position is well known so this is not exactly breaking news to anyone here. Like you, I think most professional pilots regard profits as important but we also have a responsibility for the safe operation of flights - and profits are less important than safety.
I hope BALPA will consider the implications of attacking a loyal employer as they may very well end up with their very own IB express waiting to taxi out and relieve them of their generous remuneration.
Admit it, you've not been following the negotiations and mechanics of the BMI merger either - have you?