Hi Kintoa, my first post too.
I think your airline would interpret your dreadlocks rather as a fashion statement than a religious necessity, hence them telling you to get rid of them. To be honest you didn't have them when you joined, why do you need them now? And this is why I don't think you'd win a court case based on dicrimination.... But then, I think it is down to the airlines uniform regulations. Different airlines, different regs. I too work for a large british airline; the other one. Not too long ago I flew with a crew member that also sported an ''afro look''. Hence me thinking it might be allowed at our airline. It was more the David Beckham one, than a Bob Marley one e.g. Still, did it look nice on a crew member in uniform? My taste would say no. But that's just my taste...... I don't know how long your dreadlocks are, but maybe they would also hinder you using a smokehood propperly....?! I know it must feel patronising when told by someone that you can't wear this or that. But these seem to be the rules at your employer. Don't challenge these rules and you won't find yourself in the position you are in now. With regards to religious reasons....can't see that happening. Sorry love, don't put yourself through any unnecesary grief. Even more so since you have a newborn that will surely profit from a relaxed mother. Just my thought. All the best
