City questions BA strike impact

BTN News
Thursday, 13 May 2010
The upcoming cabin crew strike at UK carrier British Airways is drawing adverse comment from the markets.

In the City of London, the prospect of a third period of walk-outs within two months has led to signs of disquiet.

Industry analysts quoted in the Financial Times said there was concern over the length of the threatened stoppages and how long it would take to restore relations between management and staff.

Nevertheless, there was ongoing support for BA's desire to get costs under control.

City questions BA strike impact

BTN News
Thursday, 13 May 2010
The upcoming cabin crew strike at UK carrier British Airways is drawing adverse comment from the markets.

In the City of London, the prospect of a third period of walk-outs within two months has led to signs of disquiet.

Industry analysts quoted in the Financial Times said there was concern over the length of the threatened stoppages and how long it would take to restore relations between management and staff.

Nevertheless, there was ongoing support for BA's desire to get costs under control.