Belgium: Unionized rail workers to strike nationwide, 22:00 Jan. 29-22:00 Feb. 1

Unionized railway workers plan to strike across Belgium, 22:00 Jan. 29-22:00 Feb. 1. The CGSP Cheminots labor union is demanding improved working conditions. The CSC Transcom union will not take part in the industrial action, and the SLFP Cheminots union has yet to decide. The strike will likely disrupt service operations although the availability of rail services is not known, due to the uncertain level of union support.

Unless averted through ongoing negotiations, the strike will likely result in disruptions to rail services throughout the country. Increased congestion is likely on available rail services and other forms of transportation during the strike. Heightened demand for alternative modes of transportation may also result in reduced taxi availability. Protests by striking employees are possible at major train stations. Some disruption may linger beyond the end of the strike as authorities reposition rolling stock.