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Ex-BA Crew Sue for £500K Over Pandemic Dismissals

2/27/2025

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A group of former British Airways cabin crew is taking a stand against the airline, suing for over £500,000. They allege unfair dismissal during the pandemic, claiming BA exploited the crisis to restructure and diminish the terms for long-serving staff. The Employment Tribunal trial in Reading has commenced, with a verdict anticipated by April 4.

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A group of former British Airways cabin crew is taking a stand against the airline, suing for over £500,000. They allege unfair dismissal during the pandemic, claiming BA exploited the crisis to restructure and diminish the terms for long-serving staff. The Employment Tribunal trial in Reading has commenced, with a verdict anticipated by April 4.