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Only 216 volunteer to break BA strike
Only 216 volunteers have offered to replace British Airways cabin crew in the event of industrial action, according to Unite. The trade union poured scorn on the airline’s plans to continue to operate a skeleton service during a strike, labelling it a “scab labour” drive.
BA strike ballots gets underway
British Airways cabin crew are beginning a vote today on whether to strike in a dispute over pay, jobs and working conditions. The new ballot will close on February 22 and raises fears of industrial action from March 1, although the union has ruled out any stoppages over the Easter holidays.
Union rules out BA strike over Easter
The threat of a strike by British Airways cabin crew over the Easter holidays appears to have evaporated after the union Unite issued a statement, saying it wanted “families to be able to plan their travel arrangements in confidence”.
Unions attack BA over strike move
Unions have reacted angrily to British Airways’ move to train its ground staff as cabin crew. The news came out as talks between BA and union bosses broke down without any resolution to the ongoing dispute over contracts.
New BA strike threat
British Airways cabin crew will vote again on possible strike action which could take place over Easter, following the breakdown of talks between the Union unite and airline executives.
British Airways celebrates 80 years of flights to Delhi
British Airways is celebrating its 80th anniversary of providing flights to the Indian capital Delhi.
Virgin lashes out at BA-AA alliance
Virgin Atlantic has renewed its call to US regulators to deny the proposed venture between British Airways and American Airlines, arguing it will stiffle competition and lead to prices hikes on transatlantic routes.
BA faces new strike ballot
British Airways cabin crew are to vote in a new strike ballot on 22 January, in a move that aims to strengthen trade union Unite’s position during talks with the airline.
BA to meet unions to avert strike
Hopes of a settlement between British Airways and its cabin crew have been raised after the two sides have agreed to meet this week to try to reach a settlement over pay and work conditions.
Full body scanners at Heathrow
Full body scanners will be introduced at Heathrow Airport by the end of this month. The government will also introduce more frequent searches, behavioural analysis and more sniffer dogs.
Business travel to pick up this year
More than 90% of business travellers expect to travel the same or more for business this year, according to a new survey. The survey of 2,400 frequent travellers is up almost 20% on last year’s figures – pointing to a pick up in the economy this year.
BA strike threat in February
British Airways could be hit by strikes in February as unions gear up for a New Year ballot. The Unite union is updating its membership list of cabin crew to ensure that the next strike ballot – which could take place as soon as the end of next month – is not ruled unlawful.