Richard Branson and Virgin will be rubbing there hands with glee on the back of all this ineptitude...
Unite will sink BA, bet you all of the cabin crew would rather a job than none at all!
Of course its a political decision, however the Unions are some of the only people who can stop a nation from operating if their members so choose, to halt public services, transport and all manner of daily necessities. There are rules in place to stop them from using that power irresponsibly...