Finland: Industrial workers to strike nationwide, Feb. 14-16

Industrial workers affiliated with Finland's Industrial Union (Teollisuusliitto) plan to strike nationwide from Feb. 14-16; the action involves around 60,000 workers. The strike will affect most industries, including freight transport and industrial maintenance. The purpose of the action is to denounce social security cuts. Striking workers could stage low-level demonstrations or pickets near their places of employment or government buildings.

Business disruptions are likely throughout Finland for the duration of the action. Logistics nationwide, including industrial transport, parcel deliveries, and shipping services, will likely be impacted. Authorities could deploy increased security to monitor possible gatherings of striking workers. Associated transport disruptions could occur near protest sites.