Originally Posted by
wiggy
The CC Unions? As in Unite/BASSA? Because
AFAIK the rumour is they simply refused right from the outset to get involved in any negotiations with BA.
Can anyone confirm/deny?
Unite have been invited to consultations not negotiations. A company issuing section 188 notices merely has to consult, it does not have to agree with other points or negotiate a settlement. Having consulted, the company is free to go in its intended direction.
Unite want to enter negotiations and require the ‘loaded gun’ 188 to be rescinded so that negotiations can take place. Whilst not paying any attention to consultations a company must show that it has entered meaningful consultations. Unite believe that engaging with BA at present will allow BA to demonstrate that meaningful consultations took place. This is why unite have not sat down with BA.