The Unite Union that represents British Airways cabin staff has announced a four day strike that will begin on 20th March until 27 March. The union said it would not strike over the Easter period which is probably owing to public opinion being against the strike. It has warned that there will be further strike action if a resolution can not be found.
A new ballot will be put forward for the vote by Unite on a new offer on pay and working conditions made by BA.
In a statement by the airliner said: “Unite’s action has no shred of justification. Cabin crew face no pay cut or reduction in terms and conditions – and remain the best rewarded in the UK airline industry.
“We are very sorry for the stress and disruption Unite’s decision will cause. We are currently considering our response to this strike threat and what action we will need to take to minimise disruption.”
British Airways has trained 1,000 staff to work as cabin attendants during the strike. BA is also looking for staffed charter aircraft which means some passengers may find themselves frying on Ryan Air.
The strike comes after British Airways announced cost cuts in 2009 in reaction to the economic melt down. Long haul crew have already been reduced and pay freezes are expect this year.