Strikes by security staff at Aberdeen Airport have been called off after a pay agreement was reached, averting planned industrial action that was set to begin on Monday, July 6. The union Unite had announced 14 days of strikes among staff working for ICTS at the airport, warning of potential disruption. However, on Friday evening, ICTS confirmed that a deal had been reached, and the industrial action would not proceed.
Background to the Dispute
Unite had earlier declared that security workers at Aberdeen Airport would go on strike this summer, citing a failure in negotiations through the conciliation service Acas. The union stated it was left with no option after talks failed to produce a breakthrough. The strikes were expected to cause disruption at the airport, which is a key hub for the North Sea oil and gas industry.
Resolution and Statements
An ICTS spokesman said: “We’re pleased to confirm that an agreement with our colleagues working within hold baggage screening at Aberdeen airport has been reached. We have been informed that the proposed industrial action will now not take place.” A spokesperson for Aberdeen International Airport had earlier stated: “We have engaged with ICTS, and robust contingency measures will be in place, with no impact expected, but we strongly urge everyone involved to continue working towards a constructive resolution.” Unite has been approached for comment.
