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FCDO warns strike action in France could disrupt ferries and flights

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Ilaria Grasso Macola
10 June 2024

The Foreign Office (FCDO) has warned holidaymakers heading to France over the next few weeks of possible delays and disruption to their travels due to a series of strikes.

France, Eiffel Tower, Paris

Services between London and Paris could see additional competition from the likes of Virgin, Spanish start-up Evolyn and UK brand Gemini Trains (Credit: iStock)

UK authorities have notified travellers that “planned industrial action by port worker and air traffic control unions is expected to disrupt some ferry routes and flights across France”, adding that some services could be diverted or cancelled. 

 

“Check your operator’s advice before travelling, including where you are taking connecting flights,” the FCDO added. 

 

The FCDO warning comes ahead of a planned walk out from air traffic control (ATC) workers at Orly airport starting on Tuesday (11 June) due to a dispute over salaries and working conditions.