EasyJet flights back to normal

EASYJET says its flights in France are back to normal today after a strike by cabin staff caused some disruption to services.

The low-cost airline had to cancel 13 of its 164 flights in and out of the country and there were delays across the network caused by the dispute involving 500 staff at Charles de Gaulle, Orly and Lyon airports. In all, one in 10 services was affected.

Cabin crew unions UNAC and SNPNC called off their strike and restarted negotiations with easyJet management which "regretted the unions had chosen to involve passengers even while they were in talks with the company". Cabin crew are calling for career development measures, an incentive bonus and better sick pay in view of the company's "historic" profits this year.

The company announced pre-tax profits of £248m in the year to September 30, up from £154m in 2010.

Passengers should still check on the easyJet website for up-to-date travel information.

easyJet also advised passengers using Manchester Airport of changes in travel arrangements. It has transferred all flights from Terminal 3 to Terminal 1.