16th Sep 2020 10:27
(Alliance News) - The boss of British Airways told UK MPs people are "still afraid of travelling" as he defended the airline's decision to cut up to 12,000 jobs.
Chief Executive Alex Cruz said the coronavirus pandemic has "devastated our business" and the carrier is "still fighting for our own survival".
He told the Commons' Transport Select Committee: "Fewer passengers means fewer flights, and fewer flights means fewer people required to actually service them.
"As CEO of British Airways, I have to take responsibility. I cannot ignore the situation. I had to act incredibly fast.
"I deeply, deeply regret that way too many loyal and hardworking colleagues of mine are having to leave our business, and I understand why MPs are concerned."
British Airways is a part of International Consolidated Airlines Group SA.
By Neil Lancefield, PA Transport Correspondent
source: PA
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