Heathrow Airport Border Force Worker Strikes
Border Force workers at London’s Heathrow Airport have staged a ‘work to rule’ strike from May 3rd to 18th, following a walkout at the start of the month. This industrial action may cause disruptions as staff only perform the minimum requirements of their contracts.
A more significant strike is scheduled for May 9th to 13th, involving nearly 800 staff from various departments. This action could result in severe travel disruptions if an agreement is not reached during ongoing negotiations.
Gatwick Airport Catering Strikes Averted
Passengers traveling through Gatwick Airport can breathe a sigh of relief as catering workers have reached an agreement with airlines, securing the reinstatement of their shift allowances and full back pay. This agreement has averted a 12-day strike that threatened to leave travelers hungry.
Train Strikes in the UK
Train drivers on several major UK commuter routes will strike on May 7th to 9th due to an ongoing dispute over pay and working conditions. Different operators will strike on different days, potentially causing widespread disruptions across the network.
Members of the ASLEF train drivers’ union will also participate in an overtime ban from May 6th to 11th, which could lead to additional cancellations.
Strike Threat at Keflavik Airport, Iceland
Workers at Keflavik Airport have threatened to strike from May 9th to 12th if their labor dispute remains unresolved. Security workers plan a series of four-hour stoppages each day, potentially disrupting flights.
Train Strikes in Italy
Trenitalia and Trenord will be affected by a nationwide strike on May 19th, when engine staff will walk out. Regional train strikes are also planned in Naples, Friuli Venezia Giulia, and Liguria, among other regions.
Vueling Staff Strike in France
Cabin crew members with the SNPNC-FO and CGT unions in France are threatening to strike from May 8th to 12th, with a high percentage of employees expected to participate. The action will affect flights operated by the Spanish budget airline Vueling.
Potential Strike Impacts on Paris Olympics
The CGT-RATP union has announced a potential seven-month strike notice from February 5th to September 9th that could disrupt the Ile-de-France bus and metro network, including during the Olympic Games. However, the French Senate has adopted a bill to allow the government to ban transport strikes during major events like the Paris 2024 Olympics.
End of Train Strike Threat in Germany
Deutsche Bahn reached an agreement with the GDL train drivers’ union on March 25th, ending months of negotiations and strikes. The deal prevents further strikes until at least February 2026.
