Eurocontrol warning of possible air traffic control strikes in Europe this summer

Air traffic control strikes in Europe could result in up to a third of summer flights being delayed or cancelled.

The strikes, which are expected to be announced as soon as Monday, are in response to a dispute over pay, working hours, and staffing issues.

The impact of the strikes is predicted to be "massive and extremely disruptive." There is a shortfall of 40 workers at Eurocontrol, which manages European airspace.

The strikes are expected to cause long queues at airports and delays for passengers.

Eurocontrol, a company that manages air traffic in Europe, has warned of potential industrial action, but no specific dates have been announced.

The company is actively engaging in talks with social partners and is committed to finding solutions through social dialogue.

The threat of action comes as a result of air traffic control strikes across France, which have affected more than 160,000 people.

In the UK, schools and junior doctors are set to stage strikes this week, while rail journeys are also set to be disrupted due to an ongoing overtime ban.