Airport workers, Passport Office staff and air traffic controllers are among those walking out in the coming weeks
Many Brits will be heading abroad this Easter, but they could find their travel plans impacted by strikes both here in the UK and at popular tourist destinations. Walkouts have been planned by airport workers, Passport Office staff and air traffic controllers, causing disruption to travellers.
READ MORE: Hand luggage rules at Ryanair, easyJet, Jet2, TUI and British Airways ahead of the Easter Holidays Ryanair said on its website: "Due to a French Air Traffic Control Strike, we are expecting possible cancellations or delays on flights to/from France on 23-31 March. Any affected passengers will be notified as soon as possible."
Heathrow said that it will be 'open and operational' but passengers should be aware that a knock-on effect is likely. Sharon Graham, Unite general secretary, said the workers are "fundamental to success" and that they deserve a fair pay increase.
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