Greece: Unionized customs officers to conduct overtime strike nationwide April 8-12 /update 1

Unionized customs officers plan to hold an overtime strike across Greece between 00:01 April 8-23:59 April 12. The purpose of the work stoppage is to demand the removal of certain labor regulations, including those concerning shift rotations. The labor action comes after a general strike of customs workers April 2-3.

Customs service disruptions are possible during the strike period. Disruptions to travel and shipments between Greece and non-Schengen countries are also possible. Protests or pickets by striking workers cannot be ruled out, particularly at border crossings; heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near any demonstrations that may occur.