Originally Posted by
BitMoreRightRudder
I get why so many feel disenchanted, but what exactly does resigning from the union achieve?
Apart from the predictable response of a "1% pay rise"
Admittedly very little, but those who did, often say it is the
only way of making the Reps appreciate the level of dismay. BALPA appears to represent the demographic that most matches the BACC. In other words, if you're on long haul and you commute, your opinion is most valid and your lifestyle, most protected.
It is also not helped by reps who fail to get re-elected yet are continuing in their role (when their low-vote was a consequence of their perceived failings)