UK: Unionized security staff at London Heathrow Airport to strike April 11-14

Unionized security staff at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) plan to strike April 11-14. At least 600 Public and Commercial Services (PCS) Union members will participate in the industrial action to denounce new shift patterns. The strike will involve Border Force officers and impact passport checks and immigration controls. Related demonstrations by striking workers are possible outside the airport during the strike period.

Unless averted, the action will likely disrupt airport operations and flight schedules at LHR. Long queues are probable for passenger processing procedures. Lingering disruptions are likely following the conclusion of the strike as the airport deals with passenger backlogs and airlines reposition aircraft and crew.