Looks like Spanish ATC strike won't be in August, thank God as i'm heading off to Majorca next week.
Spanish Air Traffic Controllers say no strike in August
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By h.b. - Aug 10, 2010 - 9:35 PM
César Cabo, the communications secretary of the USCA union - EFE
The decision has been welcomed by the tourist sector and talks with AENA are set to restart on Wednesday
The Spanish Air Traffic Controllers have decided, in a meeting this (Tuesday) evening that they will not call a strike in August. The USCA union says they have taken the decision following requests from the tourist sector and the airlines, underlining that they understand the concerns voiced by the industry.
USCA Spokesman, César Cabo, said the decision was ‘a demonstration of responsibility’ by the controllers.
Airlines, hoteliers and travel agencies have been quick to welcome the decision.
The Spanish Airport Authority, AENA, has responded to the news by saying that they will restart talks with the union tomorrow, Wednesday.
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