Baggage screeners at Gatwick Airport employed by ICTS have suspended their planned strikes from August 22-26 due to an improved pay offer. Unite will be balloting its members regarding this new offer. If the offer is rejected, strike action is still set for August 29 to September 2. Workers are among the lowest-paid at the airport, earning just above minimum wage. ICTS reported a profit before tax increase to 6.1 million in 2024. Gatwick is anticipated to reach peak passenger numbers in August, offering 224 destinations with 900 daily flights.
Strikes planned by baggage screeners employed by ICTS at Gatwick Airport from August 22-26 have been suspended due to an improved pay offer for workers.
Unite has warned that if the new pay offer is rejected, strike action from August 29 to September 2 will still proceed.
ICTS, which made a profit before tax of 6.1 million in 2024, has been criticized for low wages, as workers earn just above minimum wage at Gatwick.
Gatwick Airport is set to serve 224 destinations this summer, peaking in passenger numbers on a Sunday, with 900 flights scheduled each day.
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