Originally Posted by ajamieson
Couldn't agree more.
Very, very regular Midland SLF here and you have my full support in your actions for better conditions (if the way they're treating you is anything like the way they're been treating regular customers since last summer, I can fully sympathise). But it doesn't look good if you're getting free tea and water when the revenue pax sitting around you have paid upwards of £260 for a flex economy ticket and still have to pay for their cuppa. Stick to the top issues, and good luck.
I'd like to ask you a genuine question - WHY are you paying £260 for a flex economy ticket when you have to pay for your own tea and coffee? I don't get it. With the greatest respect why do you not vote with your feet?
Do remember that cabin crew or flight crew when travelling either off duty or on duty spend a large amount of time in a VERY dry environment. You have to take in far more fluids than you would otherwise have to. Please don't begrudge them a free glass of water to maintain their health.