30 Oct 2023 | 12:04 PM UTC
Spain: Freight transport workers to strike in La Rioja Nov. 5-10
Unionized freight transport workers plan strike in La Rioja, Spain, Nov. 5-10. Business disruptions likely.
Unionized fright transport workers plan to strike starting Nov. 5-10 in La Rioja, Spain, due to failed salary negotiations. The unions CCOO, UGT, USO, and CSIF will lead the strike; the unions announced further strikes Nov. 12-17, in case negotiations will not resume. Although demonstrations are not announced, occasional pickets might occur.
Freight transport business and logistics in the region will likely be disrupted Nov. 5-10; in case of demonstrations, authorities might deploy additional security to monitor the pickets. Violence is not anticipated.
Confirm shipping methods for time-sensitive freight in La Rioja Nov. 5-10. Avoid all demonstrations as standard practice. Heed all official transport and security advisories.
