Like warring couples, the BA and Unite seem to be continuing to have their little fallouts in public.
Unite’s bid to overturn in the modifications of the contract have failed. Whilst Unite insists it was not consulted properly, BA insists “the changes do not alter contractual terms and conditions for individual crew member”
BA is of course is rather pleased with the ruling, quoting:
Unite’s central demand over the last three months has been that we reverse these changes, despite the severe financial impact this would have on the company at a time when we are facing a second year of record annual losses,” the company said.
“Unite brought this case to court. We believe it should reflect on the court’s decision rather than impose an unnecessary strike on the travelling public
Unite assistant general secretary Len McCluskey responded with
“This regrettable judgement makes absolutely no difference to the substance of our dispute with BA”.
For those who have forgotten the routes of this dispute, it has come from BA cutting and cutting – with the latest cuts in Long Haul Cabin Crew, and a Two Year Pay Freeze.
Alas, the results of strike ballot are due on the 22nd February.
Expect Fireworks.
Source: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/business/8523758.stm
