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Work-to-rule action of Brussels Airport customs officers for the second day in a row

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This morning (18 October), a work-to-rule action at Brussels Airport disturbed passenger flow through customs. Customs officers are continuing their actions for a second day. Passengers can expect a delay of up to one hour, according to union members.

“We are doing the same as Wednesday,” a union member explained, “we are checking every passenger, not just a few as usual.” Departing passengers are not affected by the social actions.

According to the union member, the work-to-rule action is set to continue until they receive a “positive signal” of Johan Van Overtveldt, Belgian Minister of Finance. The customs officers complain about the lack of staff.

This post was published on 18 October 2018 09:56

Bart Noëth

Working for 25 years in the aviation industry, I changed my career and became a firefighter/EMT in 2021. I like to spend my free time with my two sons, girlfriend, family and friends. I love to travel, wine and dine and support my favourite football squad KV Mechelen. Once an Ironman 70.3 finisher and dreaming of completing a full distance.

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