The main problem is that "BALPA" and the "CC" are only as strong as the support they get from the members. In any airline, how many pilots would take industrial action over a pay deal? Would you go on strike if offered only 2% rise? Would you go on strike if the company said their final offer was a reduction in new pilots pay, to save the pay of the existing pilots? Many pilots would not go on strike for this. Often the issues that the companies stir up only affect part of the pilot population. The company ultimately can do what they like. If the pilots go to a vote, in most cases, around 50% can't be bothered as it doesn't make much difference to them, about 30% probably don't even vote, and the rest sre probably those who have strong views. Ultimately, what company CC is going to try and call a vote when only 20% of the workforce are even likely to consider going on strike?
It takes something major to really rile pilots and make them strong enough to strike.
What else can the CC do to "make" the company change its mind over terms and conditions?
It is a bit like fatigue reporting though isn't it? It is a legal requirement for pilots to submit an MOR if they fall asleep on the flight deck, even a micro sleep. Last year the CAA received 3 reports.
BALPA is only as good as its members.