A warning has been issued to UK holidaymakers
Millions of holidaymakers travel to France each year(Image: Anadolu via Getty Images)
A warning has been issued to people heading to France as the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office updated its guidance. The FCO keeps UK citizens updated with the latest advice they need to be aware of when travelling abroad.
Autumn is now upon us and many UK holidaymakers will be jetting off in search of some last minute sunshine before the dark nights truly draw in. France is one of the most popular destinations for people from the UK with millions travelling to the European country each year.
An update from the FCDO page said: “Calls for strike action and demonstrations across France on Thursday October 2 may cause disruption to travel.
“Monitor local news and check for messaging from your travel provider about any potential delays.” The FCDO added: “There can be frequent industrial action across France.
“This can lead to disruption and delays on roads and public transport. If you’re due to travel to or within France, monitor the media, check your operator’s advice and follow the advice of the authorities.
“Check your operator’s advice before travelling, including where you are taking connecting flights.”
Industrial action will also take place in number of popular European destinations this week.
Publication Greek City Times says that Europe is bracing for a wave of travel chaos in the first 10 days of October, as coordinated strikes in Greece, France, Italy, and the Netherlands threaten to disrupt flights and airport operations.
A general strike will take place in Greece, which is organized by the civil service union ADEDY, is in protest of a new labour law that extends daily working hours to thirteen.
The Greek publication writes: “This is a move criticized by many workers as a breach of their rights. Air traffic controllers are joining in solidarity, affecting flights at major airports, including Athens International Airport.”
In the wake of the strike action, a statement from Jet2 said: “We are currently monitoring a planned General Strike in Greece that is due to take place on October 1 and may impact Greek Air Traffic Control, local taxi and ferry services.
“Flights operating to/from Greece may be affected during this strike action, however, we are planning to operate all Jet2.com flights as planned so please arrive at the airport on time.
“You don’t need to contact us or take any extra actions – we will continue to monitor this strike action and publish any updates here on our website.”
Jet2 operates to 14 Greek airports this year, these are: Athens (operating all-year round), Corfu, Chania (Crete), Heraklion (Crete), Kefalonia, Halkidiki, Kos, Kalamata, Lesvos, Preveza, Rhodes, Skiathos, Santorini and Zante.