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Two British Airways cabin crew suspended for mocking weight of 15st stewardess

22 June 2024 , 20:18
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Devastated stewardess said to be scared to go to work after reading jibes
Devastated stewardess said to be scared to go to work after reading jibes

TWO British Airways cabin crew  have been suspended for mocking the weight of a 15st stewardess.

The pair’s alleged target was shown the hurtful comments — posted in a staff WhatsApp group to which she did not belong — by a concerned colleague.

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British Airways has suspended two of its cabin crew over bullying claim
Stewardess contacted BA bosses, who then pulled two cabin crew from rota
Stewardess contacted BA bosses, who then pulled two cabin crew from rota

The devastated stewardess, who is  in her early 20s, was said to be scared to go to work after reading the jibes.

Her incensed colleague urged her to contact BA bosses — who then pulled the pair who allegedly mocked her  from the rota.

They could be  sacked  if found guilty of misconduct.

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Some flights went ahead with one fewer crew on board — with passengers having no idea why the service was stretched.

The behaviour of another five cabin crew  in the same WhatsApp group is also under scrutiny, The Sun on Sunday understands. 

A source told us yesterday: “The poor victim of the merciless fat jokes has been left utterly bereft. 

“She had no idea her colleagues had such disdain for her. The cruel comments left her scared to leave the house. She felt victimised. This was repugnant bullying.”

Cabin crew  must  be a certain height and weight so they can reach the overhead lockers and fit in seats. 

The source said the woman, who lives in Wiltshire, knew she had to lose weight and  had joined a gym and hired a personal trainer to   slim down.

British Airways said: “We have a zero-tolerance approach to bullying and always fully investigate any allegations brought to our attention.” 

Stephen Moyes

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