VS although I never applied to BA had the form filled in and ready to go when Sept 11th happened, flying experience doesn't really matter to them. I was told they like to see that you have had a go ie a couple of hours.
There is regularly a debate about PPL against non PPL do they prefer PPL or not. Personally I reckon it was down to individuals not whether you had a PPL or not.
Anyway at the moment this is a non existant debate sadly, lets hope for everyones sake that the position clears soon, and that BA and co start up the cadet schemes again, and that those pilots that have been made redundant and are still seeking work find suitable positions shortly.
Sagey