Hopes of averting strikes by workers who refuel aircraft at Gatwick Airport rose today after a new offer was made on pay and union recognition.

The British Airways cabin crew strike was called off this afternoon.

Graeme Evans

Talks aimed at averting a strike which could cause travel chaos at Heathrow Airport will be held today.

A rescue plan for loss-making low-cost airline Buzz was announced today – with 13 routes being saved but 440 jobs lost.