[Doug]

Although I respect this woman’s right to challenge a system that she as seen to be unjust, I draw you attention to the fact that her success in this case will cause considerable harm to small businesses throughout the UK.

British Airways can well afford to fight and or, compensate this woman for any discrimination that might have occurred. Almost all small businesses will not be so fortunate as to be able to meet future challenges and or, costs that this case may well create.

Many small family businesses and many low or not for profit organisations are already under considerable pressure trying to meet existing maternity regulations without this on top. Most social care organisations suffer considerable difficulties recruiting and retaining staff as it is, the success of this case will only serve to increase those difficulties. Just an opinion.