British Airways Backs Down on Cross Ban
CBN News
November 27, 2006
CBNNews.com - British airways has backed down over its ban on workers wearing crosses.
The London Daily Mail reports that the airline's chief is now re-thinking its rules, to allow symbols of faith to be worn openly.
"Though our policy is consistent with that of many other airlines, it has become clear that the policy will need to change in the light of the public debate," said Willie Walsh, the airline's chief executive.
The airline has been heavily criticized by many religious groups, including the Church of England, which threatened to sell over six million of its British Airways shares.
The Archbishop of York and more than 100 members of Parliament have also protested against the airline's stand.
The controversy flared when a worker was suspended from her job after wearing a cross necklace over her clothes.
British Airways permits Muslims and Sikhs to wear head scarves and turbans.Sources: CBN News, Associated Press
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