The strikes at Heathrow Airport have been called off after security workers accepted an improved pay offer. The union, Unite, said that the workers had voted to accept a two-year pay deal that would see their wages rise by between 15.5% and 17.5%.
The strikes were due to take place over 31 days throughout the summer, and had the potential to cause major disruption to passengers. However, with the dispute now settled, it is hoped that the summer travel season will be able to go ahead without any major problems.
The pay deal is a victory for the workers, who had been arguing that their wages were not keeping pace with inflation. The deal also includes a commitment from Heathrow to employ more directly-employed security staff, rather than using agency workers.
This is something that the union had been calling for, as they believe that it will lead to better security standards at the airport.
The cancellation of the strikes is a relief for passengers who were planning to travel through Heathrow this summer. It also comes as a welcome boost for the UK economy, as the airport is a major gateway for international travel.
Here are some additional details about the strikes and the pay deal:
- The strikes were due to take place from June 24 to August 28.
- The pay deal will see security workers’ wages rise by an average of 16.5%.
- The deal also includes a commitment from Heathrow to employ more directly-employed security staff.
- The strikes were called off after the union voted to accept the pay deal.
