09 Feb 2021 | 05:56 PM UTC
Spain: Airport workers to launch indefinite strike at Malaga Airport Feb. 12, demonstration in Madrid Feb. 15
Ground crew at Malaga Airport, Spain, to launch indefinite strike Feb. 12; disruptions likely. Related protest planned in Madrid Feb. 15.
Event
Malaga Airport (AGP) ground staff affiliated with the General Labor Confederation (CGT) plan to launch an indefinite strike Feb. 12 to demand the reinstatement of seven recently dismissed colleagues. In addition, the union has called for a related demonstration outside the Ministry of Transport in Madrid on Feb. 15.
Unless averted, the labor action could disrupt airport operations. Slower check-ins, baggage retrievals, and security procedures are likely; flight delays and cancellations are possible. Residual disruptions could continue after the strike ends as airport authorities work to clear any passenger backlog.
Although the Feb. 15 demonstration will likely transpire without incident, related crowd control measures could prompt minor road traffic and movement disruptions in the vicinity.
Advice
Confirm flight status before setting out for the airport. Do not check out of accommodations until onward travel is confirmed. Allow additional time for check-in, baggage retrieval, and clearing security during the strike. Exercise caution near the Ministry of Transport in Madrid on the afternoon of Feb. 15 and allow extra time for movement in the vicinity.
