So, Manchester yesterday refused 3 diverts (BA B744, SQ B77W and CX B77W), due to lack of staff.
MAN did not refuse the BA that went to BHX. BA Ops made several calls to Menzies during the day, one in the very early hrs informing that the A380 HKG and 2 x747's would be diverting - none of which materialized. No call was made regarding the aircraft that went into BHX. Menzies were open to accepting what ever turned up. As to their ability to handle them is another matter !