16 Aug 2018 | 11:49 AM UTC
UK: Strikes at Liverpool Airport Aug. 23-25 and Sept. 3
Strikes by ground staff at Liverpool Airport August 23-25 and September 3; flight and operational disruptions likely
Event
Ground staff at Liverpool’s John Lennon International Airport (LPL) have threatened to carry out a series of strikes in the coming weeks to demand increased pay. The first strike is set to take place from 19:00 on Thursday, August 23, until 07:00 on Saturday, August 25 (local time). A second strike will be held on Monday, September 3, from 07:00 to 19:00. Further strikes could be called in the short term.
Flight delays and cancelations are possible, along with increased waiting times at check-in, baggage check/claim, and security checkpoints during and following the strike periods.
Context
The August 23-25 strike coincides with a Bank Holiday weekend, traditionally a busy travel period.
Advice
Travelers are advised to confirm the status of their flights prior to departure for the airport and contact their airlines for more information.
