British Airways has withdrawn travel perks from staff who strike.
The carrier confirmed that those who took part in last weekend’s three-day walk out would not enjoy the major discounts on travel that British Airways employees get on top of pay.
Staff union Unite blasted the carrier for its “vindictive” action. The union plans to oppose the move officially, despite the fact that BA says the perk is non-contractual and can be withdrawn at any time at the discretion of management.
Chief executive Willie Walsh warned staff of the removal of the perks before they walked out last Saturday.
A BA spokesman said: "The industrial action impacted on our operation and our customers and we will undoubtedly suffer additional costs and further losses as a result."
The airline says it lost £21 million because of the most recent industrial action (see earlier TravelMole story).
by Dinah Hatch
