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easyJet Cabin Crew Plan Five-Day Strike in December

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Cabin crew for easyJet based in Portugal have filed a strike notice covering 19 to 23 December across airports in Lisbon, Porto, and Faro. The National Union of Civil Aviation Flight Personnel (Sindicato Nacional do Pessoal de Voo da Aviação Civil or SNPVAC) announced the walkout in a dispute over working conditions. Minimum service orders will require a portion of scheduled flights to operate during the five-day pre-holiday period.

The SNPVAC (Sindicato Nacional do Pessoal de Voo da Aviação Civil) is the national union representing cabin crew members in Portugal. It negotiates collective bargaining agreements and advocates for the working conditions and rights of flight personnel within the aviation industry.

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easyJet Cabin Crew Plan Five-Day Strike in December

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80% of flights cancelled: easyJet cabin crew strike has begun

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The stoppage started with only minimum services in place

cnnportugal.iol.pt2 Oct

80% of flights cancelled: easyJet cabin crew strike has begun

Cape Verde: 40 passengers without a return flight to Porto

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At least 40 of the 130 passengers affected by the cancellation of the flight from Boa Vista to Porto on 25 August remain in Cape Verde and are criticising the lack of information from EasyJet.

observador.pt28 Aug

Cape Verde: 40 passengers without a return flight to Porto

At least 40 passengers remain in Cape Verde following EasyJet flight cancellation to Porto

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EasyJet stated that it continues to monitor the situation but was still awaiting updates.

cmjornal.pt28 Aug

At least 40 passengers remain in Cape Verde following EasyJet flight cancellation to Porto

Passengers stranded in Cape Verde after easyJet cancels Porto flight

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Around 130 passengers have been caught up in the cancellation of an easyJet flight from Cape Verde to Porto, with some reportedly stranded on the island of Boa Vista without The post Passengers stranded in Cape Verde after easyJet cancels Porto flight appeared first on Portugal Resident.

portugalresident.com27 Aug

Passengers stranded in Cape Verde after easyJet cancels Porto flight

EasyJet flight cancellation from Cape Verde to Porto affects around 130 passengers

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Around 130 people were affected by the cancellation on Tuesday of an EasyJet flight between Boa Vista island, in Cape Verde, and Porto, in Portugal, with some still waiting for a solution, according to passengers.

rtp.pt27 Aug

EasyJet flight cancellation from Cape Verde to Porto affects around 130 passengers

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Approximately 130 passengers were affected on Tuesday, August 25, by the cancellation of an EasyJet flight from Boa Vista, Cape Verde, to Porto, Portugal. While the airline claims passengers were offered rebooking or refunds, many travellers report a lack of communication and are still waiting for a return date, with some forced to arrange their own travel at their own expense.

dn.pt27 Aug

EasyJet cancels flight from Cape Verde to Porto with 130 people on board

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The cancellation of the flight from Boa Vista Island (Cape Verde) affected 130 people. Some passengers received notice of the cancellation, and they are currently arranging their own alternative travel plans.

observador.pt27 Aug

EasyJet cancels flight from Cape Verde to Porto with 130 people on board

EasyJet flight cancellation from Cape Verde to Porto affects around 130 passengers

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Some passengers are still waiting for a solution to return to Portugal.

cmjornal.pt27 Aug

easyJet flight cancellation to Portugal affects 130 passengers

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Home News easyJet flight cancellation to Portugal affects 130 passengers easyJet flight cancellation to Portugal affects 130 passengers Around 130 people were affected by the cancellation on 25 August of an easyJet flight between Boa Vista Island, in Cape Verde, and Porto, Portugal, with some sti

The Portugal News27 Aug

"Nothing is known. There are people dependent on daily medication." Cancelled flight leaves 130 Portuguese citizens stranded in Cape Verde

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Tourists are awaiting a solution to return to Portugal after the flight scheduled for yesterday was cancelled. In an interview with CNN Portugal, one of the passengers states that neither the airline nor the travel agencies have provided a concrete alternative so far.

cnnportugal.iol.pt26 Aug

"Nothing is known. There are people dependent on daily medication." Cancelled flight leaves 130 Portuguese citizens stranded in Cape Verde

Flight cancelled: am I entitled to a refund or compensation?

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You booked a holiday, bought tickets, and now realise that due to the fuel crisis, airlines are cancelling thousands of flights.

observador.pt26 Jun

Flight cancelled: am I entitled to a refund or compensation?

If the fuel crisis cancels your flight, who pays?

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You booked a holiday, bought tickets, and now realise that due to the crisis in the Middle East, airlines are cancelling thousands of flights. Do you know what you are entitled to? A refund or compensation?

observador.pt26 Jun

If the fuel crisis cancels your flight, who pays?

Flight cancelled due to lack of fuel? See what travel insurance covers (or doesn't)

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The energy crisis caused by the war in the Middle East is affecting the aviation sector, with jet fuel shortages leading to some flight cancellations in the European Union. At the beginning of May, the European Commission announced that air passengers will not be entitled to compensation when a...

eco.sapo.pt17 May

Flight cancelled due to lack of fuel? See what travel insurance covers (or doesn't)

Flight cancellations: ANAC clarifies rights

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Refunds, rerouting and compensation: ANAC details what carriers must guarantee to passengers, at a time when the war in Iran is putting pressure on the European aviation sector.

observador.pt24 Apr

Flight cancellations: ANAC clarifies rights

My flight was cancelled due to the fuel crisis. What now?

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The shortage of reserves and the rise in kerosene prices, due to the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, are leading several airlines to cancel flights and apply surcharges. Know your rights.

publico.pt23 Apr

My flight was cancelled due to the fuel crisis. What now?

Consumers may be entitled to compensation of up to 600 euros, depending on the circumstances: what you need to know if your flight is cancelled

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Several airlines have been cancelling flights due to fuel shortages caused by the conflict in Iran. Sofia Lima, an expert at DECO PROteste, provides some recommendations if you are affected by this situation.

cnnportugal.iol.pt23 Apr

Consumers may be entitled to compensation of up to 600 euros, depending on the circumstances: what you need to know if your flight is cancelled

Ryanair reaffirms it will withdraw from the Azores

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The airline says it will cease flying to and from the archipelago from 29 March.

Público27 Jan

Ryanair reaffirms it will withdraw from the Azores

Severe weather in Madeira forces cancellation of nearly all flights

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Half of the Madeira archipelago is under a red alert due to the storm. Almost all flights have been cancelled, and congestion at the airport is expected.

RTP Notícias12 Dec

Severe weather in Madeira forces cancellation of nearly all flights

Strike caused "cancellation of around 400 flights" - aviation union

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The National Union of Civil Aviation Flight Personnel (SNPVCA) thanked, in a statement sent to its members, for the “strong participation in the strike,” which led to “the cancellation of around 400 flights.”

RTP Notícias12 Dec

Strike caused "cancellation of around 400 flights" - aviation union

Angolan TAAG cancels daytime flight to Lisbon on day of general strike in Portugal

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The Angolan airline TAAG announced that it will cancel the daytime flight to Lisbon scheduled for December 11 due to the general strike in Portugal, with passengers being rebooked on subsequent flights. In a statement released this Wednesday, the airline noted that the strike is expected to affect various public and private services in Portugal, including ...

ECO10 Dec

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