Prospect Secures Recognition Agreement at easyJet Network Control

Prospect has formally secured a voluntary recognition agreement with easyJet for employees working within the Network Control bargaining unit. The agreement, which has now been signed by both parties, provides Prospect members with a recognised collective voice in the workplace and establishes a framework for collective bargaining and consultation.

The agreement covers a range of Network Control roles based at easyJet’s Capability Green campus in Luton and Gatwick Airport this represents a significant milestone for Prospect members. For the first time, members within the bargaining unit will have a recognised mechanism through which their views can be represented collectively on matters including pay, contractual hours and annual leave, as well as wider consultation on workplace issues.

With recognition now in place, attention will turn to establishing elected workplace representatives and preparing for the first round of pay discussions for 2027. Prospect is committed to working closely with members to understand their priorities and ensure their views are effectively represented during negotiations.

Ian Kelly, Prospect Negotiations Officer, said:

“This is a very positive step forward for Prospect members within easyJet Network Control. Recognition means our members now have a collective voice and a formal framework through which they can engage with the employer.

“We look forward to building a constructive working relationship with easyJet and to representing members’ interests as we begin preparations for the 2027 pay discussions.

“I also want to thank all members who supported the recognition campaign and helped make this important achievement possible. Together, we can now build a strong and effective voice for Network Control employees at easyJet.”

Noel McClean, Deputy General Secretary of Prospect, said:

“easyJet is a key part of the UK aviation sector and it’s important their staff have access to all the benefits that come from having a recognised trade union in their workplace.

“We now want to work with easyJet to improve staff terms and develop a truly modern and fair workplace.”