Air France hit again by labour rights strike

08/02/12 16:25 CET

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Air France has again cancelled up to 40 percent of its long-distance flights on the third day of a strike by pilots and other staff.

Some other airlines have also been affected.

Aviation workers are protesting against a draft law that would require them to give 48 hours notice before going on strike.

The government says it is needed to protect passengers.

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