Business · 5 August 2026

Hundreds of Ryanair pilots sue over withheld holiday pay

More than 260 current and former Ryanair pilots have filed a group claim against the airline in London's Commercial Court. The legal action focuses on claims of unpaid holiday pay, which come after a Court of Appeal ruling issued last year. Richard Phillips, a former pilot, is leading the legal action.

By BriefTea Editorial · 5 August 2026 at 7:13

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