06 Feb 2024 | 10:27 AM UTC
France: Rail network controllers plan to strike nationwide Feb. 15-19
Unionized rail network controllers plan to strike across France, Feb. 15-19. National, regional, and local rail service disruptions likely.
Rail network controllers plan to strike nationwide 20:00 Feb. 15-08:00 Feb. 19. Unionized workers represented by the CNA federation are demanding increased pay. The industrial action will likely impact TGV (long-distance high-speed trains) and other national, regional, and local network services.
Rail delays and disruptions are likely throughout the strike period. The industrial action will likely prompt increased congestion on services that do operate. The strike will impact a traditionally busy weekend of travel at the start of school holidays. Striking workers may form pickets at transport hubs. Residual delays are possible in the hours following the official strike.
Consult updated train schedules when planning train travel across France during the affected period. Expect short-notice delays and cancellations. Allow for increased congestion in stations and on services that do operate.
