Security control staff at Spain’s Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport have commenced an "indefinite" strike, leading to significant disruption.

Airlines are advising passengers to arrive early at Madrid–Barajas to avoid delays

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The green plates are intended to alert other road users to international drivers

The strike was scheduled to start at 5am on Friday

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