Thousands of airline workers went on strike. Unionised air traffic controllers at multiple Italian airports also went on strike for 24 hours. In a joint statement, the unions blamed poor pay conditions for the industrial action. According to the unions, key issues are: arbitrary reductions of pay checks, the non-payment of sick days, the refusal to grant leave during the summer season, and the lack of water and meals for the crew.
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