So in a Nutshell: BA proper contract, unlikely to close bases, don't have to hide from taxman, good hotels, mixed fleet, can go to Long Haul, career airline with perks,staff travel and warm and cosy, you can plan a future, buy house, kids in school and keep Mrs calm. Ryanair good for building hours,ducking and diving from taxman, no security, prospects nil, be prepared to be nomadic, live out of suitcase and expect basing lottery, tough choice this..