Directly-employed pilots in Ryanair, who are members of the Irish Airline Pilots’ Association (IALPA), a branch of Fórsa, are currently balloting for industrial action.

The ballot concerns management’s approach to transferring pilots between its European bases. The union is seeking an agreement that would govern base transfer arrangements and related matters.

The ballot was originally due to close on Tuesday (19th June). However, an IALPA circular issued on Monday advised its members that the ballot deadline has been extended to noon on Tuesday 3rd July.