30 Nov 2022 | 12:12 PM UTC
France: Unionized rail workers plan strike action, Dec. 2-4
Unionized rail workers plan strike action across France, Dec. 2-4. Rail disruptions likely.
Event
Unionized ticket inspectors employed by French National Railways (SNCF) plan to strike nationwide Dec. 2-4. The industrial action will affect the TGV high-speed network and inter-city trains. Employees are denouncing the cost of living. Roughly four trains out of 10 will run. Specific regional impacts are listed below:
TGV Nord: 50 percent of trains operating
TGV Est: 33 percent of trains operating
TGV Atlantique: 25 percent of trains operating
TGV Sud-Est: 33 percent of trains operating
Ouigo regional trains: 25 percent of trains operating
Intercites: 50 percent of trains operating.
The strike will likely result in increased traffic congestion and demand for alternative public transportation. Services that do operate are likely to be more congested than usual. Although labor leaders have announced no specific plans for strike-related rallies, demonstrations are possible outside train depots and government buildings. Additional police will likely deploy to monitor all protests; related security measures may lead to localized transport disruptions. Any protests that may materialize will likely remain largely peaceful.
Advice
Reconfirm the status of rail transport in France during the strike. Consider using alternative transport for time-sensitive travel. Allow extra time to reach destinations due to increased traffic congestion and demand for alternative transport.
