Alitalia braces for strike in face of financial crisis
Alitalia faces a strike by multiple trade unions and professional associations Feb 23 that will force it to cancel 60% of flights that day. The walkout by unions representing some pilots, cabin crews and other staff will last for 24 hours, while other groups plan a more limited, 4-hour walkout. The strike is being planned despite the airline being at a “critical” stage, according to its CE, and in dire need of a more sustainable financial base. Alitalia declined to go into reasons for the dispute, but news agency ANSA said the unions described the strike as “the only democratic tool to safeguard workers’ rights at this time.” The carrier is losing money heavily and is trying to find ways of cutting costs. Job cuts are anticipated, which has angered several unions. The airline has to present a new business plan to govt ministers by the end of this month. <br/>
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Alitalia braces for strike in face of financial crisis
Alitalia faces a strike by multiple trade unions and professional associations Feb 23 that will force it to cancel 60% of flights that day. The walkout by unions representing some pilots, cabin crews and other staff will last for 24 hours, while other groups plan a more limited, 4-hour walkout. The strike is being planned despite the airline being at a “critical” stage, according to its CE, and in dire need of a more sustainable financial base. Alitalia declined to go into reasons for the dispute, but news agency ANSA said the unions described the strike as “the only democratic tool to safeguard workers’ rights at this time.” The carrier is losing money heavily and is trying to find ways of cutting costs. Job cuts are anticipated, which has angered several unions. The airline has to present a new business plan to govt ministers by the end of this month. <br/>
