Leo Varadkar warns Ryanair on pay talks

Taoiseach Leo Varadkar has warned Ryanair chief executive Michael O’Leary that thousands of stranded passengers “who pay the wages” of directors and pilots could hit back at the airline if pay talks stand-off deepens.

Responding to company statements that 100 pilots and 200 cabin crew are being advised their services “may not be required from October 28 onwards”, Mr Varadkar said threats of job losses will ultimately damage the airline as much as the staff.