What's happened
Tanker drivers at Edinburgh Airport have called off a planned 19-day strike set to begin on December 18 after reaching a pay agreement with North Air. The strike was expected to disrupt flights during the busy holiday season, impacting thousands of travelers.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to Laura Paterson from The Independent, North Air confirmed the strike was called off after reaching an agreement with Unite, stating, 'We are pleased to confirm that we have reached an agreement on pay.' Meanwhile, Dale Miller from The Scotsman highlighted the significance of this resolution for travelers, noting it as a 'major boost for those travelling over the Christmas and New Year period.' The union had previously warned that the strike could ground flights, emphasizing the potential for widespread disruption. This resolution underscores the importance of effective negotiation in labor relations, particularly in critical sectors like aviation.
How we got here
The Unite union announced a strike due to a rejected 4.5% pay offer from North Air, the sole fuel supplier at Edinburgh Airport. The strike was set to coincide with the peak travel period over Christmas and New Year.
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