Easyjet strike in France on July 12

EASYJET staff in France are planning to stage their first-ever strike, potentially affecting flights over two days in July.

Cabin crew union Unac is calling for a 48-hour walkout on July 12 and 13 to protest about pay and social security cover.

The strike could affect flights to and from Lyon and Paris Charles de Gaulle and Orly airports.

It coincides with the start of the long bank holiday weekend for the July 14 fête nationale, when many people will be travelling.

Easyjet said in a statement that it was aware of the plans but was not expecting any major disruption at this stage.

Unac, which represents about 40% of Easyjet cabin crew in France, wants a 4% pay rise for staff.

The low-cost airline is offering between 2.6% and 3%, according to La Tribune.