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Lucy Farrell

Ryanair and easyJet France travel warnings issued over cancellations and delays

Scots who are travelling to France are being warned of possible flight delays and cancellations due to industrial action from air staff.

While demonstrators took to the streets on Thursday, April 13, Ryanair is anticipating more disruption until at least May 1, but the firm says any affected passengers will be notified.

EasyJet has issued a similar warning about the disruption, although the airline has not specified how long this could last. Travellers are being asked to monitor airline websites for possible updates and cancellations.

As well as organised industrial action, the UK Foreign Office (FCDO) has warned that "spontaneous" protests could occur on Friday, April 14 "with little notice".

Travellers are being urged to take caution, as they could possibly become violent and should monitor the country's entry requirements on the FCDO website - as they may change on short notice.

So far in 2023, French ATC had 32 days of strikes which have forced Ryanair to cancel 3,350 flights mainly in France.

The streets of Paris were jammed with protesters on Thursday during the 12th day of nationwide strikes (Getty Images Europe)

The airlines' warnings come as the National Association of Air Traffic Controllers (ATC) walked out April 13, the 12th day of national strikes to battle pension reforms. Several unions took to the streets on Thursday to battle pension reforms, affecting multiple sectors including transport networks.

While flights have not been officially called off, previous ATC strikes resulted in the pre-emptive cancelling of domestic flights from French airports. Past industrial action has also seen some tourist sites close, so tourists should check ahead if sites are open before visiting.

The FCDO, which offers safety advice and updates for British nationals abroad, said these demonstrations could continue if they are not resolved.

The FCDO said: "Since mid-March there have been spontaneous protests in central Paris and elsewhere in France. Protests are likely to take place around Friday 14 April and could occur with little notice.

"Some protests have turned violent. The protests may lead to disruptions to road travel."

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