Air traffic control staff at Norwich Airport are conducting a 24-hour strike Wednesday following the rejection of a pay and conditions offer. The action is being carried out by members of the Prospect union representing air traffic controllers at the East Anglia facility.

The strike marks an escalation in the ongoing dispute, which had already seen staff take limited industrial action, including working strictly to contract terms and withdrawing goodwill efforts beyond their formal responsibilities. The union members say the measures aim to address unresolved concerns over wages and working conditions.

Norwich Airport remains operational during the strike, but the walkout is expected to cause delays and potential disruption to flight schedules. Airport and air traffic management officials have urged passengers to check the status of their flights before traveling.

The dispute reflects broader challenges within the aviation sector, where staff shortages and inflationary pressures have intensified wage negotiations. A spokesperson for the Prospect union stated that the offer presented did not meet the workforce’s expectations for fair compensation.

No immediate resolution has been reported, and it remains unclear how long the disruption may continue beyond the current 24-hour strike. Negotiations between union representatives and airport management are expected to resume in the coming days.