Italy: Local public transport unions postpone nationwide 24-hour local public transport strike slated for Nov. 27 /update 1

Local public transport unions have suspended a nationwide strike originally set to take place on Nov. 27. The strike was organized to demand better working and salary conditions. Unions postponed the strike to Dec. 15 after the Transport Minister signed a decree reducing the strike from 24 hours to four. At least one local union, Rome's Cobas Lavoro Privato, will observe a four-hour work stoppage from 17:30-21:30.

Accordingly, some public transport disruptions are likely in Rome. Striking workers in the city could gather near major transport hubs to demonstrate during the strike. Authorities could deploy law enforcement officers to monitor any gatherings that may occur. Violence is unlikely.