Ben
Mahoney

Branch Chairperson
Current Chairman
H & S Principal
CCW, IFL, IFM & SEP Instructor
Worked In Aviation Since 18
Former CSM Convenor & Negotiator During 2021 Proposed Redundany
Striving to ensure we as HCCU deliver excellence and drive forward we are the members branch. The obvious choice!
Lee
Speak

Treasurer
Current Treasurer
Formerley BMI
Extensive flying career
Negotiating Rep
Finance & Accounting Specialist
Ensuring we are responsible with the branches finances to ensure every penny from members is spent wisely allowing us to grow and excel at being the best branch for its members
David
Thompson

Branch Secretary
Current Office Manager
Negotiating Rep
Flying career with easyJet, Thomas Cook Airlines and BA.
Initally joined BA in 2017 part of Mixed Fleet.
Became the office manager for HCCU in Feb 2023 and I believe in creating an
environment where everyone feels comfortable and supported.
Poppy
Haynes

Equalities Principal
Principal Equalities
Negotiator
Varied Flying Roles With EasyJet & BA
CCW- IFL
The Creative One
Building a branch that’s innovative and encompasses it’ members thoughts, truly representing the diverse membership we have
Christopher
Coyne

Equalities Rep
Equalities Rep - Working Closely With Poppy
CCW - IFL Roles
Mental Health & Wellbeing Advocate
Ensurning we build a branch that fights for dignity and equality in the workplace. Considering every member issue, no matter how small, every member matters. We are the members branch.
Irene
Rooney

Workplace Rep
Former Equalities Principal
Previous Negotiator
Extensive Flying Career
Champion Tea Maker
Striving to build a branch where every member is unique and treated as an individual, ensuring unity and togetherness to build a branch that delivers for every member
Adriano
Attanasio

Workplace Rep
BIO COMING SOON!
Ian
Newman

Workplace Rep
I’ve been with BA for over 40yrs, started in engineering before transferring to cabin crew. Operated on Eurofleet, World Wide and Midfleet .
I sincerely believe the union belongs to the membership.
Your union reps are there to serve you as an individual and collectively for the short-term and long-term benefits of HCCU membership.



Here at HCCU, we are passionate about delivering the best possible service to our members. We work extensively in the following areas to ensure our working environment is subject to continuous improvement by raising and expressing our member's needs and concerns to the company. Our representatives are approachable, committed and ready to listen whenever our members need us.
Representation relating to pay (basic salary and variable pay)
Negotiating and representing all pay-related matters for members, including achieving pay raises and reviews.
Navigating the HCC Flying Agreement & Roster Guide
Providing dedicated and timely support for members with queries relating to the flying agreement and their duties/roster issues. We understand mixed flying and the additional pressure this presents.
Providing support with employment policies
We have over 10 years of experience in representing and negotiating OCG contract types, and this includes elements of policy management such as; Attendance at Work, Managing Absence, Conduct and Disciplinaries, Social Media Policy, Bullying & Harassment, Downroute Incidents, Grievances and Discrimination
Extensive, Dedicated Support During Operational Disruption
Delays, Cancellations, Weather, World Events. All play a part in disrupting the rosters of our members. We are on hand to provide support and advice when this happens, including raising things with management when you are unable to.
Matters Relating to Training, Recruitment and Promotion
HCCU meets regularly with fleet management to discuss various issues relating to training, recruitment and promotion and plays an active role in forming decisions in these areas.
Personal Matters and Unforeseen Events
Life happens - and sometimes, we need someone to talk to. HCCU are here for members when things don't go to plan, or there are personal matters that you need support with. Our representatives are ready to listen and treat all personal issues with strict confidentiality.
Ben
Mahoney

Branch Chairperson
Current Chairman
H & S Principal
CCW, IFL, IFM & SEP Instructor
Worked In Aviation Sinc 18
Former CSM Convenor & Negotiator During 2021 Proposed Redundany
Striving to ensure we as HCCU deliver excellence and drive forward we are the members branch. The obvious choice!
Lee
Speak

Treasurer
Current Treasurer
Formerley BMI
Extensive flying career
Negotiating Rep
Finance & Accounting Specialist
Ensuring we are responsible with the branches finances to ensure every penny from members is spent wisely allowing us to grow and excel at being the best branch for its members
David
Thompson

Office Manager
Current Office Manager
Negotiating Rep
Flying career with easyJet, Thomas Cook Airlines and BA.
I initally joined BA in 2017 part of Mixed Fleet. I become the office manager for HCCU in Feb 2023 and I believe in creating an
environment where everyone feels comfortable and supported.
Poppy
Haynes

Equalities Principal
Principal Equalities
Negotiator
Varied Flying Roles With EasyJet & BA
CCW- IFL
The Creative One
Building a branch that’s innovative and encompasses it’ members thoughts, truly representing the diverse membership we have
Scott
Prior

Communications Coordinator
BIO COMING SOON!
Christopher
Coyne

Equalities Rep
Equalities Rep - Working Closely With Poppy
CCW - IFL Roles
Mental Health & Wellbeing Advocate
Ensurning we build a branch that fights for dignity and equality in the workplace. Considering every member issue, no matter how small, every member matters. We are the members branch.
Irene
Rooney

Workplace Rep
Former Equalities Principal
Previous Negotiator
Extensive Flying Career
Champion Tea Maker
Striving to build a branch where every member is unique and treated as an individual, ensuring unity and togetherness to build a branch that delivers for every member



Here at HCCU, we are passionate about delivering the best possible service to our members. We work extensively in the following areas to ensure our working environment is subject to continuous improvement by raising and expressing our member's needs and concerns to the company. Our representatives are approachable, committed and ready to listen whenever our members need us.
Representation relating to pay (basic salary and variable pay)
Negotiating and representing all pay-related matters for members, including achieving pay raises and reviews.
Navigating the HCC Flying Agreement & Roster Guide
Providing dedicated and timely support for members with queries relating to the flying agreement and their duties/roster issues. We understand mixed flying and the additional pressure this presents.
Providing support with employment policies
We have over 10 years of experience in representing and negotiating OCG contract types, and this includes elements of policy management such as; Attendance at Work, Managing Absence, Conduct and Disciplinaries, Social Media Policy, Bullying & Harassment, Downroute Incidents, Grievances and Discrimination
Extensive, Dedicated Support During Operational Disruption
Delays, Cancellations, Weather, World Events. All play a part in disrupting the rosters of our members. We are on hand to provide support and advice when this happens, including raising things with management when you are unable to.
Matters Relating to Training, Recruitment and Promotion
HCCU meets regularly with fleet management to discuss various issues relating to training, recruitment and promotion and plays an active role in forming decisions in these areas.
Personal Matters and Unforeseen Events
Life happens - and sometimes, we need someone to talk to. HCCU are here for members when things don't go to plan, or there are personal matters that you need support with. Our representatives are ready to listen and treat all personal issues with strict confidentiality.