British Airways staff threaten strike action over a new 'hire and fire' pay deal
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What ultimatum did British Airways give to its staff?
Accept a temporary pay cut or face suspension
Work additional hours without extra pay
Sign new contracts with reduced pay or face termination
Relocate to a different city or face termination
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How did the new contract affect a flight attendant with 20 years of service?
It increased her salary significantly
It required her to relocate to another country
It offered her a promotion to a managerial position
It cut her pay in half and forced her to consider selling her home
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the union's reaction to BA's actions?
They agreed with the changes and supported BA
They were staggered and offended, moving towards industrial action
They encouraged employees to accept the new terms
They decided to remain neutral and observe the situation
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why might a strike have limited impact according to the union?
Because BA had already replaced the staff
Because the union had little support from the staff
Because the government intervened to prevent strikes
Because BA's flights were mostly grounded
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is one reason BA is implementing cost-cutting measures?
To expand their operations into new markets
To compete with low-cost airlines and adapt to pandemic challenges
To increase the salaries of their executives
To invest in new aircraft technology
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