50 Heathrow refuelling staff from Unite union plan a 72-hour strike starting May 4 over terms and conditions, potentially disrupting flights for 35 airlines.
50 refuelling staff at Heathrow Airport, members of the Unite union, are planning a 72-hour strike starting on May 4 in a dispute over terms and conditions, potentially causing severe disruption to flights. The strike involves workers for AFS Aviation, who refuel aircraft for 35 airlines including Virgin Atlantic, Delta, Emirates, and Air France. The dispute is over "drastic cuts" to terms and conditions for new staff members since January, including reduced pension and sickness benefits.
April 22, 2024
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