Unite statement re BA injunction
5th November 2009
A High Court Judge has today ruled that BA crew have a
legitimate claim against British Airways for breach of
contract.
The evidence put forward in favour of the cabin crew has won them
the right to a have their case heard in full on 1st Feb 2010.
Until then, cabin crew will, without prejudice, work to the imposed
changes. Unite has effectively recorded their objection to such
changes.
Should a permanent injunction be granted against British Airways at
the trial, the cabin crew will return to current working
agreements. They will also be entitled to compensation for work
carried by them in the interim period of imposition.
The decision is such that British Airways were not awarded any
costs today. During the hearing BA conceded that there are
significant issues to be answered by them regarding the alleged
breach of contract.
British Airways has today issued a statement to suggest that BA
crew have lost their case. On the contrary, the court has decided
that they would be best placed to pursue a permanent injunction in
February.
BASSA and Amicus, both sections of Unite, are delighted with this
decision.
The forthcoming ballot for industrial action is an entirely
separate issue. The decision does not alter the ability of the
unions to resolve matters industrially, and therefore will not
detract from Unite's ability to achieve an overwhelming 'yes' vote
in support.
ENDS
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