Northern Hero,
I agree with your sentiments in your first paragraph however, I think you are being naive with regards to the contractual situation with BA.
I sincerely hope that Aviance's future is secure in Scotland and elsewhere outside the current announcement but do not, for one minute, think that a multiple year contract is valued at any more than the termination period clauses available to both parties.
Aviance have a good presence in Scotland but profit is the driver and this will, I beleive, be the decider.
and no-one should minimise the effect it has on individualks.
I hope all the staff affected at LGW find alternative employment in whatever capacity they seek. Losing your job is never a light hearted matter.
GH