Spain: Teachers to strike in Catalonia region May 16

Event

Various teachers unions in Catalonia region, including Intersindical-CSC and the General Confederation of Workers (CGT), have announced its members will strike on Thursday, May 16, to highlight staffing grievances, among other issues. Associated demonstrations are possible in urban centers across Catalonia region, including in Barcelona, on Thursday.

A heightened security presence and localized transportation disruptions are likely near any demonstrations. 

Advice

Individuals in Catalonia region are advised to monitor the situation, avoid all public demonstrations as a precaution, anticipate localized disruption and a heightened security presence in the event of any demonstrations, and adhere to instructions issued by local authorities.