<p><br /> The threat of strikes by thousands of airport workers which could have caused travel chaos for holidaymakers has been averted.<br /> </p><p><br /> Lengthy talks between leaders of Unite and bosses from airport operator BAA led to a new pay deal which will be recommended for acceptance.<br /> </p><p><br /> Unite said a "much improved" offer had been tabled and workers at Heathrow, Stansted, Southampton, Glasgow, Edinburgh and Aberdeen airports will be urged to accept the deal.<br /> </p><p><br /> Unite's national officer Brian Boyd said the union was calling off the threat of strikes while workers vote on the new proposal in the next few weeks.<br /> </p><p><br /> Details of the new deal will be announced on Tuesday after workers have been told the outcome of Monday's talks.<br /> </p>
