The boss of the airline Ryanair, Michael O’Leary, was attacked by environmental activists in front of the European Commission buildings in Brussels, according to images broadcast by the Belgian television channel LN24. The two activists shouted “Welcome to Belgium, stop polluting”, before crushing two cream pies in his face.
The scene occurred in the middle of the street, while the controversial boss of the Irish company was preparing for a press conference about the strikes affecting the company in Belgium. The low-cost airline used the video sequence to joke on X (formerly Twitter): “Passengers are so satisfied” with the new routes opened by Ryanair next winter “that they are celebrating the event with cakes. Our prices are deliciously low! “.
A new strike movement for September 14 and 15
Ryanair pilots based in Belgium have announced a new strike action for September 14 and 15. They blame their employer for not respecting local social regulations. In particular, the pilots are demanding better wages and more rest time. This is their fourth strike in two months.
The Irish company is regularly criticized by trade unions in the sector for its personnel management methods and the working conditions of its pilots.