BA staff sick leave ‘twice national average’
British Airways has reportedly admitted that its staff sickness levels are running at twice the national average – and is insisting that things must change. According to a report in today’s Daily Telegraph, BA chief executive Rod Eddington said one of the major topics of discussion relating to the company’s Future Size and Shape programme would be “attendance management”; otherwise known as sick leave. He reportedly said: “What we are saying to the unions is why must sick leave levels be twice the national average. It is running at 15 days a year and has been running like that forever and a day.” While Eddington did not give any reasons for the amazing figures, the newspaper quotes sources, who refer to comments made by retired cabin crew member Derek Fry, who spoke at last year’s annual meeting. He reportedly said cabin crew sickness “during May, June and July” had been “horrendous” for the past 27 years, adding: “We know why: Henley, Wimbledon, Ascot and the like.” Do you have any ideas why BA’s staff sickness levels might be so high? Could Mr Fry’s comments possibly be accurate? Add a comment below …
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