Originally Posted by
DeathSlam
So there are definitely issues with some regional accents.
That is why I said...
providing they are clearly understandable
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If any accent is so strong that it makes it difficult for people to understand them, especially non native English speakers, then yes it then becomes an issue.
I don't think it is beyond anyone to listen to someone speaking and to determine if it is likely their accent may be an issue. I could do it so I am sure the BA recruiters could do it!
I was speaking to a friend of mine about this and he accused me of being racist - RACIST!!!! Because I expected cabin crew to be able to be understood easily in English... in England!!!! Ridiculous! I don't see how it could be racist as I would have the same issue with a strong geordie, scouse or scots speaker (other strong UK accents also apply!) if it meant I couldn't understand them. It has nothing to do with race in any way at all.