The latest business news from around the country. Showbiz News from the world of showbiz. By Red Williams British Airways today slashed 7,000 jobs following the terrorist attacks in America. BA acted as up to 100,000 aviation jobs were being cut in the shell-shocked United States. The tragic events in the USA will undoubtedly have a significant impact on the demand for air travel in the months ahead.
Airlines are now in their worst ever position.
The Government must play its full part because a great deal of financial assistance is required. But passenger traffic to and from the US is set to plunge following the terrorist onslaught. BA was already looking at cutting more posts after axeing 1,800 workers this year. Today TGWU general secretary Bill Morris called for urgent Government aid. American Airlines and United Airlines aim to slash 40,000 jobs between them.