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Old 26th Jan 2010, 18:00
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More likely CAA Kingsway has a hand in this. They proberbly told Highland
Absolute Rubbish.
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Old 26th Jan 2010, 22:12
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Alternatively one may choose to view the fact that Highland withdrew the reservation function whilst it appeared they were in trouble as an entirely honourable action.

Trading whilst knowingly insolvent (if indeed they are), could land the Directors in Jail…(breach of fiduciary duties and all that), so ‘perhaps’ a little self-protection rather than an upstanding moral standpoint here!!

I do hope that Highland can get themselves stabalised, we’ve had enough bad news up here North of Watford, and the Highland folks deserve a break.

Good luck to you all
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Old 27th Jan 2010, 06:16
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Clear prop's about right; in English law (as far as I know), you can continue to trade while insolvent if you are in negotiations or believe there is some way out. I hope HAL sort it all out (for a variety of reasons: not only for those at HAL but those in remote areas of the UK who rely on them).
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Old 27th Jan 2010, 09:48
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Highland is probably subject to Scottish law .
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Old 27th Jan 2010, 10:41
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DB6 - sorry, yes; I should have made it clear that I was comparing. Unlikely Scottish law much different?
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Old 27th Jan 2010, 15:13
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Scottish law is much harsher on directors who are incompetent or deliberately corrupt, compared to English law.
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Old 27th Jan 2010, 17:42
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I see their website is now taking bookings (but only two days ahead until Fri 29). Is this a positive sign?
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Old 28th Jan 2010, 01:37
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I see their website is now taking bookings (but only two days ahead until Fri 29). Is this a positive sign?

No, it just means we know they'll be in business until at least Friday
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Old 28th Jan 2010, 13:09
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A statement released by the company states that they are in ongoing talks with potential investors but won't know if the future of the company has been secured before Sunday 31st January. Bookings are now being accepted up until that date.
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Old 28th Jan 2010, 20:28
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Wonder who this could be, Loganair perhaps?

Other airline ready to step in if Highland Airways folds - Press & Journal
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Old 28th Jan 2010, 20:42
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Wonder who this could be, Loganair perhaps?
I suspect that the article (if correct), would not be an 'investment' by Logan, more of a take over the routes and government subsidies at no cost!!

The article talks about Logan Air stepping in to 'help' rather than investing.

If this happened, it would not be a take over or merger, so TUPE rules would not apply....NOT a good situation, so lets hope an investor can be found by Sunday.

Sounds like Scottish Government covering their arse rather than helping Highland
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Old 29th Jan 2010, 08:35
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All Loganair will want is to pick up the routes, not pay for them. They do operate Twotters and Islanders so no problems there on the island routes.
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Old 29th Jan 2010, 11:14
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Sounds like Scottish Government covering their arse rather than helping Highland
That's a pretty outrageous comment to make given that Highland is backed by a public enterprise company (i.e. taxpayer money) which funded the buyout and that, amongst others, it apparently owes money to Highlands & Islands Airports (government owned) and presumably others like the taxman. How much more help do you want, bearing in mind that state aid to airlines is illegal in the EU?
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Old 31st Jan 2010, 00:00
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Post on another forum states that the wages haven't been paid. However a statement issued by the company is confident about negotiations over the investment and reservations can now be made up until the end of February!!!
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Old 31st Jan 2010, 20:41
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The company cann bull all it likes. The BAE contract has gone The newspaper contracts are being touted and the Welsh PSO finishes shortly.

Its the Campaign Against Aviation that calls the shots now. As airlines dont pay into the ATOL fund the CAA has to repay pax if airlines go bust so theyre not too chuffed to see airlines taking bookings when they may not be able to operate the flights. Their normal course is to suspend the AOC till funding is sorted out.
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Old 1st Feb 2010, 06:31
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If the airline goes bust [without ATOL], the credit card companies [insurance] would refund the customer if the amount paid is £100 or more, and not the CAA. Section 75 Consumer Protection Act refers.
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Old 1st Feb 2010, 07:10
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The proof of the pudding, as they say, will be in the eating.

I think an acid test here will be if the January salaries are paid in full. It is always the staff who suffer the most when airlines go bust. Not gentle wind down; just a sudden stop.

No doubt word will filter out in the not too distant future.
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Old 1st Feb 2010, 08:54
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TechRecords,

The BAE contract has gone The newspaper contracts are being touted and the Welsh PSO finishes shortly.

That's a really helpful post for all HWY employees. The BAe contract has not 'gone' (BAe's own internal booking system is taking bookings for flights), the newspaper contracts are running as per normal and have been without any disruption, and the you're right that the Welsh PSO does end shortly as it was up for tender. Only 1 airline submitted a tender (guess who?), and the result will be known within the next 3 weeks.

I realise this is a rumour network, but writing complete tosh like that doesn't help anyone, least of all the 100 odd staff, all in danger of losing their jobs.
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Old 1st Feb 2010, 11:35
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Well said HWY4A, there are to many idiots sitting back and scanning these pages looking for problems , I for one am sick of this current situation the Aerospace industry finds itself in. We see billions being passed to Banks – Millions pumped into the automotive industry and quite rightly – but what about the Aerospace industry??? What has the government provided in the way of assistance and support? How pathetic to see a company go under and thousands forced onto the dole at the tax payer’s expense when a support loan could save the situation, yes there are companies run badly but in some cases we have sat back and seen good British airlines go to the wall. Enough is enough I for one believe Highland should be the turning point, no more roumer mongering no more B***sh**, its time the government said how can we help, and to hell with EU rules.
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Old 1st Feb 2010, 12:52
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airscooter: You only need to look back through this thread to see that Highland Airways probably wouldn't exist at all if it wasn't for public money. Granted, most of that is in the form of contracts for the provision of services, rather than handing over taxpayer's cash just to keep the airline afloat, but don't forget there was also public support for the management buy-out. But I can't think of another airline which is so dependent on public sources of revenue.
And no, that doesn't mean I think Highland should fail; just that we need to be a little less emotional about who should be responsible for its commercial performance.
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