Forests and trees
For twenty odd years you have been at the mercy of a long and protracted battle, I think it is safe to say the Pilot body is battered and bruised and the antagonist, whilst the same entity has changed generals many times. One thing is clear, they pretty much get what they want through lies, coercion or deceit.
Ask the question: Will this change? I think the answer is obvious, they will not change their approach. How many times have things been offered and then retracted at a later date, and how many times has this happened around Christmas and Chinese New Year?
They are not going away, they are not cowering. And so the battle has been furloughed for a short time to help them through the next two festive periods.
Their next move? Sign or be......... February 19 2018.
Just an opinion, or one of many scenarios to consider before breathing a sigh of relief. It isn't over, and if history teaches anything in this battle it will only continue one way.
Keep the march on track.