Spanish airport workers hold Government to ransom

Spanish airport workers are set to hold their Government to ransom after 19 days of strikes were confirmed by airport Unions. British tourists face more misery this summer after last year when BA strikes lasting 22 days caused chaos. Airport ground staff are disgruntled that the Spanish Government plans to sell 49% of the Madrid and Barcelona airport which they feel will put their jobs in jeopardy.

The strikes have been purposely timed to coincide with key popular dates through Easter and summer. The first strike date has been confirmed for April 20th with more strikes taking place throughout May, June and July.

Ryanair chief Michael O’Leary has indicated that if the strikes take place his airline will have to cancel 300 flights leaving some 57,000 passengers in limbo. He has called on the EU to take the right to strike away from the airport workers stating it was unacceptable airport workers could hold a country to ransom.

AENA the Spanish airport authority stated they would do everything in their power to avoid a strike. Airport travel news will keep you updated.