Michael O'Leary had previously accused staff of being “full of their own self-importance” DANI POZO/AFP/Getty ImagesRyanair’s chief executive has urged the airline’s pilots not to quit in a written letter that promises them better pay and conditions. Michael O’Leary also apologised for changes that disrupted their rosters — a “mess” that forced the budget airline to cancel thousands of flights in recent weeks. He encouraged pilots to stay with Ryanair “for a brighter future” and reassured them that the company was a “secure employer”. However, some pilots have not been persuaded by the offer of improved conditions from a chief executive who previously accused them of being “full of their own self-importance”. It’s a ‘how nice we are’, followed by a carrot and then a threat.”Ryanair has been embroiled…

Source: The Times October 06, 2017 11:03 UTC