Italy and UK: Travel strikes planned for November in Europe
We refresh our travel guide immediately whenever a new strike in Europe is reported.
Strikes happen frequently in Europe, where workers choose to stop working to advocate for improved wages and working conditions.
Some walkouts are scheduled well in advance, while others are called at the last minute. This highlights the importance of checking for updates before you head out.
Fortunately, we've compiled all the details about the strike for you below.
Continue reading to learn about the locations and timings of the upcoming walkouts.
If your flight or train is canceled or delayed, you have the right to receive either a replacement ticket or compensation. Check out our guide for all the information you need.
London Tube Strikes Partially Canceled
Following an enhanced salary proposal, members of the RMT union have decided to cancel their planned Tube strike that was scheduled to halt transportation across London this week.
Nevertheless, subway operators who are part of the Aslef union may still carry out their scheduled strikes on November 7 and 12, depending on the results of discussions set for Monday.
Italy Faces Nationwide Public Transport Strikes
On November 8th, people using public transportation in Italy might experience delays and service interruptions due to a planned nationwide strike lasting 24 hours.
Employees at bus, tram, commuter train, metro, and ferry services across the nation are set to strike due to issues related to pay and working conditions, which will have differing effects in each city. However, long-distance train services are anticipated to remain unaffected.
Train services will be interrupted once more on November 29-30 as employees nationwide go on strike for a full day starting at 9 PM. This action may impact both regional and long-distance trains run by Trenitalia and Italo.
Strikes Disrupt Airports In Naples And Rome
Air travelers in Italy should prepare for some delays on November 12, as unionized air traffic controllers working for ENAV will be on strike from 1 PM to 5 PM.
Strikes are scheduled at Bologna Marconi (BLQ), Lampedusa (LMP), Naples International (NAP), Perugia (PEG), Pescara (PSR), and Rome Fiumicino (FCO). These actions might also disrupt flights throughout the rest of the country.
Additional delays are anticipated in Bologna, Catania, and Rome, as baggage handlers are set to join the strike.
In Milan, airport baggage handlers are planning to go on strike on November 29, which could result in ground delays. On that same day, employees of WizzAir will also be on strike for 24 hours, which may affect flights nationwide.
EasyJet Staff In France Plan Indefinite Strike
French employees of the budget airline easyJet have announced an ongoing strike that began in September and will continue until December 16. This action is in response to the company's decision to shut down its Toulouse base.
Specific dates for the walkouts haven't been revealed yet, but flight disruptions at easyJet could occur nationwide in the upcoming weeks due to potential strike actions.
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