Originally Posted by
Dan72
Agree on importance of motherhood, but there are so many things that I would want to see addressed before airline benefits.
I don't disagree but that wasn't the context of my comment!
Originally Posted by
Dan72
I don't see how the system could be operated, without admin costs or fraud. Plus I am not sure that motherhood should be prioritised over other life-changing events, care of terminally ill partner/parent etc.
I didn't say it would be easy to operate - I'm just highlighting there's a principle here I agree with.
Originally Posted by
Dan72
You've lost me here. The relationship between BA and its staff is very different from that which has with its customers.
The common point here is how important you consider having children is.
Originally Posted by
Dan72
The system will inevitably exclude some as a result of their circumstances. But the benefits are nice to have, they are not social goods, far less human rights. Many people including families manage fine without these perks. What is important is that they are offered without prejudice, transparently and even handedly to all those that qualify.
Completely agree.