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| Alan Joyce, the chief Executive of Quantas Airways. |
This morning, as I went to check my daily news on "
Brisbane Times", I found that
Quantas had suspended
all their flights! This was a shocking move by
Alan Joyce, the Quantas chief executive. It seems that although his reign over Quantas has delivered great success in the past, he also brings a certain harsh face. His uncompromising attack on the union clearly shows this. He has reported that he will ground all the flights until the the industrial action was finished. For a airline that is representing Australia, people have begun to speculate whether Joyce understands this country's values. I know from experience, that our society shows respect for others, especially in terms of fairness and partners. Joyce has argued that for Quantas to remain its place as Australia's favoured airline, it needs immediate changes.
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| Quantas has always strived to represent Australia. |
However, my concerns are for those poor passengers. They have just been informed that their flights are cancelled and may have to remain in another country for at least a week longer than intended. I know for a fact that travelling around the world is not cheap. Airfares are quite expensive, regardless where you're travelling. Even if Joyce is saying he is providing accommodation for those passengers, who is going to pay for them missing work?? These people will most likely have jobs, and by missing their work from Joyce's actions, they are not getting paid!! I cant even begin to imagine the feeling when a flight is cancelled. Hundreds or even thousands of people have probably missed an important event or meeting!! Quantas used to represent many family values and great service - so how is any of this exemplifying this?? For Joyce to overlook the needs of thousands of people does not show any of what Quantas' values. I just hope these passengers can find a safe way home!
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