Seems events are unfolding
BBC News - Spain's military takes over air traffic control
Similar to Ronald Raygun's actions in the 80s? Maybe, but the government in Spain is of the PSOE left-wing variety. Plus putting "workers" in prison for striking could cause uprest in Spain, where left and right are very polarised. On the other hand the air traffic controllers are seen as having a very privileged position, which they've abused. Interesting times. I wonder if the French government are watching and taking notes?
BBC News - Spain's military takes over air traffic control
Late on Friday evening, Spain's Deputy Prime Minister Alfredo Perez Rubalcaba said the military had taken full control of all air traffic over Spain after workers refused to called off the unsanctioned strike.
Mr Rubalcaba later warned that if the action continued on Saturday, the government would declare a state of emergency, forcing air traffic controllers to return to work or face criminal prosecution.
"If a controller does not show up to his work place he will be placed immediately in custody accused of a crime which could mean serious prison sentences," he said.
Mr Rubalcaba later warned that if the action continued on Saturday, the government would declare a state of emergency, forcing air traffic controllers to return to work or face criminal prosecution.
"If a controller does not show up to his work place he will be placed immediately in custody accused of a crime which could mean serious prison sentences," he said.
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