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22 Sep 2025

BALPA welcomes government’s Gatwick second runway announcement

BALPA, the airline pilots’ union, today welcomed Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander’s approval for a second runway at Gatwick airport, and called for further investment in aviation. Amy Leversidge, BALPA General Secretary, said, “This is good news for pilots and passengers. Bringing Gatwick’s Northern Runway into full use will create jobs locally and across the country. […]

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01 Aug 2025

BALPA response to Heathrow third runway plans

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18 Jul 2025

BALPA cautions against speculation in wake of Air India crash report 

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14 Jul 2025

BALPA response to Southend airport incident

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“Huge win” for workers’ rights as Court of Appeal upholds landmark ruling

08 Jul 2025
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Ryanair denied permission to appeal in landmark blacklisting ruling

19 Jun 2025
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BALPA response to Air India plane crash

12 Jun 2025
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Airspace modernisation plans unveiled by government

02 Jun 2025
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World Pilots’ Day: BALPA celebrates expertise of pilots, highlighting need for two on flight deck

25 Apr 2025
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BALPA stands firm as Court of Appeal reviews landmark employment rights case

01 Apr 2025
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BALPA responds to Heathrow Airport closure

21 Mar 2025
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