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Groundforce workers call indefinite strike at 12 Spanish airports from 30 March
CCOO, UGT and USO have called an indefinite, three-shift strike at Groundforce starting 30 March, covering 12 major Spanish airports. The dispute over unpaid inflation adjustments threatens baggage handling and aircraft turn-around times during Easter week, forcing airlines and corporate travel managers to activate contingency plans. A simultaneous conflict at rival handler Menzies could amplify disruptions.
Australia invokes new ‘Arrival Control’ powers to suspend Iranian visitor visas for six months
Home Affairs Minister Tony Burke has used newly-enacted section 84B of the Migration Act to block most Iranian Visitor (subclass 600) visa holders from entering Australia for six months, citing risks that travellers may overstay amid the Iran conflict. Airlines must refuse boarding and the ban can be lifted only by a fresh ministerial instrument. Companies planning to host Iranian visitors must find alternatives, underscoring that a granted visa no longer guarantees entry.
Japan visa applicants in Mumbai face unexpected processing delays
Travellers using Mumbai’s VFS centre report that Japan tourist and business visas lodged mid-March remain unprocessed beyond the normal five-day window. The consulate blames a post-pandemic surge in demand and tighter documentation rules, raising the risk of trip disruption for Indian executives.