Ryanair may freeze workers' pay as fuel prices spike
The airline says fuel prices may rise by €2bn in 2028 unless there is an end to the US-Israel war with Iran.
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Ryanair may freeze workers' pay as fuel prices spike
The airline says fuel prices may rise by €2bn in 2028 unless there is an end to the US-Israel war with Iran.
Ryanair considers pay freezes and reducing crew on flights as fuel costs soar
Airline also weighs up increasing use of AI as part of cost-cutting measures to offset impact of Iran war Ryanair is considering cost-cutting measures including implementing pay freezes, reducing crew on flights and increasing the use of AI to offset soaring fuel costs because of the Middle East conflict. Europe’s…
Coverage details
2 outlets from United Kingdom are covering this story: BBC News and The Guardian. BBC News published it first, on November 2, 2026; the last outlet to join was The Guardian, one hour later.
Key names in the coverage: Ryanair, Iran, Middle East and US-Israel.



