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Cathay Pacific commences termination process for unvaccinated staff: report
September 3rd 2021
Cathay Pacific has started contacting unvaccinated staff to review their unemployment status following the passing of an August 31 deadline to get the jab, Hong Kong's South China Morning Post (SCMP) has reported, citing unnamed sources. Read More » Between 60 and 80 cabin crew and pilots have been sent letters seeking an explanation on why they had not been vaccinated against COVID-19. “As a result, the company will now take steps to terminate your employment. If you believe our information is incorrect or wish to discuss your situation with us, please contact [us] immediately,” the letter said, according to the SCMP. On August 13, Cathay said 88% of its Hong Kong-based employees, including 99% of pilots and 91% of cabin crew, had booked or received their vaccinations.
