Virgin Atlantic strike threat lifted

BALPA, airline pilots trade union, says it is lifting the threat of strike action at Virgin Atlantic which could have affected travellers' summer holiday plans.  This will bring considerable relief to Virgin as a commercial operation, the recent problems at British Airways having an effect with its forward bookings.

BALPA said it had secured a new offer from the airline, which it will present to its members in the coming weeks.  Details of the proposals have not been announced as yet.

Last month, Virgin pilots voted overwhelmingly to go on strike for the first time in the airline's history in a dispute over  pay.

Jim McAuslan, the union General Secretary, said: "Pilots have never wished to inconvenience the travelling public, especially those looking forward to summer holidays. We have therefore lifted the threat of strike action."  Sir Richard Branson had expressed serious concern regarding the airline's future if the strike went ahead. www.balpa.org.uk www.virgin-atlantic.com

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