Air passengers are facing a summer of strikes this year with cabin crew and ground staff from a number of major airlines staging walkouts over pay. Ryanair and easyJet were among the first to be affected, with industrial action planned for June and July. But now staff working for British Airways have announced their intention to strike, too.
The airline has already had a tumultuous year, with baggage chaos and staff shortages causing widespread delays and cancellations. So what can disgruntled customers expect for the summer season? Here’s everything you need to know, from potential strike dates to the routes that might be affected.
Main photo: a British Airways plane at London City Airport (Alamy)
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What dates are British Airways crew striking on?
The dates for the strike haven’t been announced yet. This is because when the unions involved announced the results of the strike ballot, they didn’t call a strike immediately. Instead, they gave the airline a final opportunity to meet their demands. They can wait for up to six months to call a strike or re-ballot their members.
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