Leeds Bradford Airport braced for expanded strike action in October
Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 13 Oct, 09:28 · Archive
Leeds Bradford Airport faces further industrial action from operational staff in October and November.
Leeds Bradford Airport is preparing for expanded strikes by operational staff represented by Unite, scheduled for October 16-18 and October 23-November 2. Around 130 staff are involved in the dispute.
Joselyn Jones, the airport's director of external affairs, said the airport had made a 'fair and responsible offer that is significantly above inflation' and that this reflected 'both the current challenging economic conditions and the need to ensure the long-term sustainability of the business'. She said one of the latest offers has been recommended by the union and is currently out to ballot with members.
Ms Jones expressed disappointment at the escalation, calling the industrial action 'aggressive tactics' that 'serve no purpose and only create uncertainty'. She said positive discussions are continuing with the union despite the threatened action.
The airport said it respects the employees' right to participate in lawful industrial action. Ms Jones said the priority was to minimise disruption for customers, many of whom 'have worked hard and saved for important holidays, family visits, and travel opportunities'.
Despite the expanded dates, which cover the school half-term period, the airport expects to maintain 'near-normal operations' during the strikes. Ms Jones also highlighted the airport's improvement plans but did not specify their nature.
How it is being reported
- Fresh strike dates announced in Leeds Bradford Airport pay disputeFresh strike dates announced in Leeds Bradford Airport pay disputeWharfedale Observer · 13 Oct, 10:49
- Leeds Bradford Airport 'strikes to escalate' with thousands of passengers set to be affectedAirport chiefs in Yorkshire say they plan running “near normal” operations despite a strike by 130 staff being escalated to cover school half-term.Yorkshire Post · 13 Oct, 09:15
- Leeds Bradford Airport staff strikes set to 'escalate' over half term as new dates addedAlmost 130 Unite members at Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA) are involved in the pay disputeYorkshire Evening Post · 13 Oct, 09:14
- Leeds Bradford Airport responds to further industrial action - dates listedLeeds Bradford Airport has responded to plans for further strikes.Telegraph & Argus · 12 Oct, 16:27
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