Judges have delayed their decision over the legality of strike action by British Airways staff until tomorrow (Thursday).
Unite, the trade union representing more than 90% of BA cabin crew, appealed against a high court ruling on Monday that 20 days of planned strikes were unlawful.
The ruling was based on a technicality over whether Unite followed rules in contacting its members with strike result details.
Unite immediately lodged an appeal at the Royal Courts of Justice and yesterday senior judges sat to consider the appeal.
However, they have delayed their decision until 9.30am tomorrow.
If Unite wins the appeal the strike could be back on as early as midnight.
The first of a series of four five-day walkouts had been due to start yesterday.
Further strikes were planned for 24-28 May, 30 May-3 June, and 5-9 June.
By Bev Fearis
