GMB, the union for British Airways ground staff, has responded to the ‘staggering’ reports the company is set to slash 12,000 jobs.
Nadine Houghton, GMB National Officer, said:
“We don’t yet know the detail of the proposed cuts but if the 12,000 figure is accurate this will be a huge blow for our loyal members.
“We believed we had reached some relative, albeit temporary, respite for them following the agreement to furlough 80% of BA’s staff – now this.
“I know our reps will work day and night to limit the impact on our members but 12,000 employees is a staggering number.
“All our efforts will be out into bringing that number down.”
