Belgian National Strike Grounds All Charleroi Flights

Charleroi airport in Belgium will cancel all flights on October 14 due to a national strike organized by unions against a government savings plan. The strike, aimed at protesting cost-cutting measures, has prompted Charleroi and Brussels airports to halt operations for the day citing safety concerns.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 03-10-2025 19:41 IST | Created: 03-10-2025 19:41 IST
Belgian National Strike Grounds All Charleroi Flights
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All flights at Belgium's Charleroi airport are set to be canceled on October 14, following a national strike organized by Belgian unions. The protest is against a government savings plan, prompting aviation disruptions.

The airport emphasized the lack of staff required for safe operations as a primary reason for the cancellations. This union-led action represents a significant pushback against fiscal tightening by Belgian authorities.

Brussels airport also announced a full stop on outgoing flights for the same day, further highlighting the nationwide unrest and its impact on transportation amidst the ongoing protest actions.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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