Security staff at Gatwick International Airport has announced an additional strike in August 2019. They also restated their intention to launch a strike that was announced earlier.
Two Strikes In The Same Month
The first airport staff strike will take 48 hours and start on August 10. The new, second Gatwick airport strike will take place from Tuesday, August 20, to Saturday, August 24. Around 130 security employees, all members of Union Unite, will take part in the walkout.
Was Your Flight Disrupted?
Turn your delayed, cancelled or overbooked flight into a compensation up to €600!
Will Flights be Affected?
Airport authorities claim that flights shouldn’t be affected and all operations will be run as usual, but it’s still wise to stay informed using helpful tools like those featured in our guide to 15 travel apps for every step of planning your trip.
How About The Passengers?
As always, air passengers affected by delays or cancellations due to this disturbance have all the usual rights granted to them under Regulation (EC) 261/2004. For delays lasting more than two hours, the airline has to provide you with free meals and drinks. You should also be allowed to make two free calls, use email or send a free fax. If you have to wait for the flight for one or more nights, the carrier has to provide you with free accommodation at a hotel, including transport to/from the airport.
What If The Airline Isn’t Willing To Help?
In case they’re unable/unwilling to do this, save the receipts: all “rational” expenses (no VIP penthouses, caviar or limos) should be refunded afterwards. If you have experienced any inconveniences and think you might be eligible for compensation, fill in this short claim form.
Was Your Flight Disrupted?
Turn your delayed, cancelled or overbooked flight into a compensation up to €600!
Can The Strike Be Compensated?
However, flight disruptions caused by airport operation issues are not considered claimable under EU law. The airline is not responsible for whatever happens at the airport and that’s why Regulation (EU) 261/2004 does not award compensation for such situations. Still, some airline staff strikes may qualify for compensation under certain circumstances, as seen in cases where passengers could claim compensation for the 2019 SAS pilot strike.
