Ba strike news
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British Airways (BA) has been affected by a series of strikes by its pilots and cabin crew members in recent years. Here are some recent updates:
Latest News:
- Pilot Strike: The British Airline Pilots Association (BALPA) has announced a 12-day strike by BA pilots, starting from September 9, 2022, and ending on September 20, 2022. This strike is in response to a dispute over pay and working conditions.
- Cabin Crew Strike: The Unite union has announced a 12-day strike by BA cabin crew members, starting from September 16, 2022, and ending on September 27, 2022. This strike is also in response to a dispute over pay and working conditions.
Previous Strikes:
- Pilot Strike (2019): BALPA went on strike for 11 days in September 2019, affecting over 100,000 passengers. The strike was called off after the airline agreed to a pay deal.
- Cabin Crew Strike (2017): Unite went on strike for 18 days in July and August 2017, affecting over 200,000 passengers. The strike was called off after the airline agreed to a pay deal.
Impact on Passengers:
- Flight Cancellations: Both strikes have resulted in the cancellation of hundreds of flights, affecting thousands of passengers.
- Travel Disruptions: Passengers have faced delays, cancellations, and changes to their travel plans.
- Refunds and Compensation: BA has offered refunds and compensation to affected passengers.
What's Next:
- Negotiations: Both unions and BA are expected to continue negotiating to resolve the disputes.
- Future Strikes: There is a possibility of further strikes if the disputes are not resolved.
Stay tuned for updates on the BA strike situation!