The Unite union has warned that disruption, delays and cancellations are 'inevitable' this summer at London Gatwick Airport, as nearly 1,000 workers
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Unite's General Secretary Sharon Graham said: “Our members at Gatwick Airport undertake incredibly demanding roles and are essential to keeping the airport and airlines working, yet their employers somehow think it is acceptable to pay them a pittance. As part of Unite’s unyielding focus on the jobs, pay and condition of its members the union has drawn a line in the sand and is committed to eradicating the scourge of low pay at the airport.”
Gatwick Airport have released a statement saying they are aware of the ballot result and will support the airlines with their contingency plans to ensure that flights operate as scheduled. However, Unite's Regional Officer Dominic Rothwell has warned that strike action will inevitably cause severe delays, disruption and cancellations across Gatwick’s operations.
EasyJet have also confirmed that they will be cancelling 1,700 flights over the next three months, with most of them taking place at Gatwick. This is in addition to the disruption already caused by the Air Traffic Control (ATC) strikes.
The Unite union is urging employers to make a fair pay offer to their members, and is committed to eradicating the scourge of low pay at the airport. The union has warned that disruption, delays and cancellations are 'inevitable' this summer, and it is important that passengers are aware of the potential disruption and plan ahead accordingly. Passengers should check the status of their flight with their airline before travelling to the airport.
