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Strike threat looms over Air France
Unions representing cabin crew at Air France have called for a four-day strike at the end of July, threatening to disrupt the travel of thousands of passengers during peak season. Representatives of seven unions - including the powerful CGT and CFDT – called for a walkout from July 29th until August 1st.
UK airport strike latest
Britain’s main airports have reported no serious delays despite a walkout by UK Border Agency staff. Heathrow and Gatwick said passport control queues were hitting Home Office targets. Operators reported that passengers were being moved through largely on schedule as UKBA brings in contingency plans.
UK prepares for travel gridlock as strikes loom
British prime minister David Cameron has joined the chorus of criticism over industrial action that is expected to bring the UK to a standstill on Thursday. He told the Commons there was no case for strikes, as government plans were “fair to taxpayers” and the public sector.
UK Border Agency strikes set cause travel chaos on Thursday
Up to half a million air passengers flying on Thursday could face severe disruption because of a strike by border officials at British airports. At least seven out of 10 staff at the UK Border Agency are expected to walk out on Thursday.
Tourists braced for disruption as Greece goes on general strike
Tourists visiting Greece are braced for 48 hours of disruption as the country goes on general strike against unpopular austerity measures. The walk-out is expected to affect dozens of international flights as well as ferry services to the islands and buses.
Qantas strike - boss says “outrageous” pilots jeopardising future
The chief executive of Qantas Airways has accused pilots of threatening the future of the Australian flag carrier. Alan Joyce said he refused to give in to “outrageous” pay demands of pilots, who are poised to take their first strike action in 45 years following the collapse of negotiations last week.
Virgin Atlantic pilots agree to ballot for summer strike action
Holiday plans for thousands could be thrown into chaos after pilots from Virgin Atlantic agreed to ballot for a strike in July. The planned action by up to 750 pilots will hit key long-haul routes during the school summer holidays.
BA cabin steward sacked for threatening to poison pilot
A British Airways cabin steward was fired for threatening to poison a strike-breaking pilot’s food, an employment tribunal has heard.
BA strikes off as peace settlement nears
Union leaders have called for British Airways cabin crew to hold off from strikes over the Easter and Royal Wedding holidays, raising hopes of a final settlement in the long-running dispute. The two sides said that a 28-day extension had been agreed to allow for further talks, and that lasting peace was essential for the good of both parties.
Europe poised for strike gridlock
France and Britain are preparing for a week of strike disruption as public sector workers in both countries stage separate walk-outs. French airspace will close should air traffic controllers decide to strike. Two key meetings are also being held today which could decide if British Airways and Virgin Atlantic will face strike action this autumn.
Virgin pilots threaten strike action
Air passengers face the threat of further chaos after news that Virgin Atlantic pilots could be planning a strike over a holiday entitlement dispute.
BA/Unite talks end without agreement
ACAS hosted talks between British Airways and Unite aimed at ended the industrial dispute between the two sides have ended without agreement in London. However, hopes of a potential deal were raised, with the two sides agreeing to meet again next week.