British Airways facing pay strike

British Airways flight attendants will walk out next week after the carrier declined to extend their right to strike in return for renewed pay talks following the rejection of the latest offer, according to the Unite union.

So-called “mixed fleet” cabin crew, who work on both short- and long-haul flights, will take action for 48 hours from Tuesday, January 10, the labour group said in a statement on its website.

British Airways said it aims to ensure all customers reach their destination and will publish contingency plans tomorrow.