Leeds Bradford Airport strike suspended for fresh pay talks
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 19 Oct, 16:02 · Archive
More than 130 workers at Leeds Bradford Airport have paused planned strike action to allow negotiations over pay.
More than 130 workers at Leeds Bradford Airport have suspended planned strike action to allow for new pay negotiations with the airport, brokered by the conciliatory service Acas. The workers, including air traffic controllers and hourly-paid staff such as passport control workers and passenger assistance staff, had rejected recent pay offers from the airport and were due to walk out from 23 October until 2 November.
Unite members in air traffic control are seeking pay parity with colleagues at Newcastle Airport, which is also part-owned by AENA, who earn more than those at Leeds Bradford. Many of the hourly-paid workers involved in the dispute are paid just above minimum wage, with Unite saying they have been struggling to afford essentials.
Neil Whitaker, regional officer for Unite, said the union was determined to get the best deal for members and had paused action 'in good faith' to have talks with the airport and Acas in the coming days. He added that if negotiations do not lead to an improved deal acceptable to members, 'we will not hesitate to announce strike action which will have a major impact on the airport'.
How it is being reported
- Unite issues update on strikes by 130 workers at Leeds Bradford AirportStrike action at Leeds Bradford Airport has been suspended to allow for new pay talks to be held, Unite union has confirmed.The Press (York) · 19 Oct, 15:31
- Unite issues update on strikes by 130 workers at Leeds Bradford AirportStrike action at Leeds Bradford Airport has been suspended to allow for new pay talks to be held, Unite union has confirmed.Gazette & Herald (Malton) · 19 Oct, 15:31
In this story: Unite · Leeds Bradford Airport · Newcastle Airport · AENA · Acas · Neil Whitaker
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