Spain: Unionized road transport workers to stage 24-hour nationwide strike May 18

Event

Unionized road transport workers under the Federal Road Transport Sector of CGT (SFTC-CGT) union plan to hold a 24-hour nationwide strike May 18. The industrial action aims to call for a retirement age of 60 years for transport workers. The strike will affect both road haulers and passenger transport.

The industrial action will likely cause nationwide disruptions to road transport, including logistics deliveries and passenger transport. Disruptions to business operations are also probable. Passengers may seek alternative forms of transport, prompting increased congestion. Striking workers may protest at transport hubs, leading to localized travel disruptions. Security personnel will likely deploy to monitor gatherings.

Advice

Avoid all protests as a precaution. Prepare for some road transportation delays, including to logistics and passenger services. Reconfirm transport bookings. Allow extra travel time and consider alternative forms of transport.