Gatwick Airport workers to strike over pay dispute, disrupting flights

• Almost 1,000 Gatwick Airport workers, including baggage handlers and check-in staff, will strike for 8 days in late July and early August over a pay dispute.
• The strike is expected to cause disruption, delays and cancellations to flights at Gatwick Airport during the busy summer holiday period.
• Multiple airlines operating out of Gatwick, including British Airways, EasyJet and TUI, will be impacted by the strike action.
• Gatwick Airport has identified measures to try to minimize disruption, but warns passengers should still expect some delays and cancellations.
• The workers are employed by private contractors and have been involved in pay negotiations since January without reaching an agreement.

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