28 May 2024 | 04:35 PM UTC
Italy: Taxi drivers to strike nationwide June 5-6
Taxi drivers to strike across Italy June 5-6. Service disruptions likely; protests possible.
Unionized taxi drivers will strike across Italy 00:01 June 5-23:59 June 6. Multiple labor unions are participating in the action to denounce government reforms to the sector. This is the latest nationwide work stoppage by taxi drivers following a May 21 strike that included a central protest in Rome. While organizers have as yet announce no specific plans for similar gatherings during the new industrial action, participating cab operators could stage demonstrations in major cities nationwide.
The taxi strike will likely cause increased demand for other forms of travel, including on routes between major airports and city centers. Protests may cause public transport and road travel disruptions. Authorities will likely deploy increased security to monitor any protests that occur.
Book alternative ground transport in advance, and follow local travel advice. Avoid all demonstrations as a standard precaution. Consider altering routes to avoid areas affected by protests. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance.
