Italy: Unionized transport and public sector workers to strike in Central Italy Nov. 17

Multiple unions representing transport and public sector workers plan to strike in Italy Nov. 17. The industrial action will affect the four regions of Central Italy: Lazio (including Rome), Marches, Tuscany, and Umbria. Strikes by CGIL and UIL unions will likely impact national and regional rail services, and local public transport networks. The actions are to denounce plans to privatize public transport and salary conditions. The strikes will also affect public and education sector services. The strike on Nov. 17 follows a nationwide day of action, Nov. 10. Further strikes are planned in different regions in the coming weeks.

The unions will also hold widespread demonstrations across the region. The largest is likely to be in the Piazza del Popolo, Rome, where union leaders will address the gathering.

Rail disruptions are likely across the Central Region Nov. 17, and to multiple forms of public transport, including in Rome. Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor demonstrations. Violence is not anticipated.