There will be no more strikes at Heathrow Airport

Tuesday, April 9, 2024

The impending four-day strike by UK Border Force officials at London Heathrow, which had threatened to disrupt global aviation and tourist visits, has been cancelled. The strike, initially planned by over 600 members of the PCS union responsible for immigration controls and passport checks, was set to take place from April 11 to 14 due to disagreements with the UK government over roster and shift pattern changes.

The union had announced the strike after a significant majority of its Heathrow-based members voted in favor, expressing concerns that the proposed changes might lead to substantial job losses.

Fran Heathcote, PCS’s general secretary, had highlighted the critical nature of the Border Force’s work to the nation’s security and criticized the government’s approach to flexible working arrangements. In response, a Home Office spokesperson expressed disappointment over the strike plans but assured that border security would remain a priority, with comprehensive strategies to mitigate any travel disruptions.

This development comes amid additional disruptions in the UK, with rail travelers facing potential inconvenience due to strikes by the train drivers’ union ASLEF, affecting numerous train operators starting April 5. The Rail Delivery Group has advised travelers to anticipate changes and possible short-notice cancellations, underscoring the importance of planning ahead.

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