Howthhead, your point is excellent and at the kernel of this whole situation. The 'my hands are tied' attitude is rife in the public sector in general. Managerial professional responsibility is not just shoved up the line, but in any direction it will go.
This is particularly grating for ATCOs who will answer for all professional shortcomings.
Management must be aware that they all have a hand in the Official Bottom Line of this company, SAFETY. Unfortunately this is grossly overshadowed by the True Bottom Line of all businesses, FINANCE.
Last edited by goodworker; 2nd Mar 2008 at 14:38.