20 Jun 2024 | 02:59 PM UTC
Italy: Unionized railway to strike in Naples June 26
Unionized railway workers to strike in Naples, Italy, June 26. Train transport disruptions likely.
Unionized railway workers on the Vesuvian Lines (Linee Vesuviane, also referred to as Circumvesuviana) in Naples plan to strike on June 26. Workers affiliated with the Confederazione Autonoma Italiana del Lavoro (CONFAIL) plan to strike for 24 hours, while workers affiliated with the Unione Sindacale di Base (USB) plan to strike 09:00-13:00. The purpose of the CONFAIL strike is to denounce the alleged improper use of workers and difficulty accession vacation days, while the purpose of the USB strike is to denounce alleged violations of labor regulations. Organizers indicated trips that depart 06:18-08:02 and 13:18-17:32 are guaranteed to occur.
Disruptions to rail transport are likely during the strike hours and may linger during the guaranteed work times, as well as into the early morning hours of June 27. Picket protests are possible at rail transport hubs across the city; heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near any demonstrations that occur. Confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Plan accordingly for rail disruptions, potentially including cancellations, in Naples June 26. Consider using alternate means of transport during the strike period. Avoid all protests as a standard precaution. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign of any security disturbance.
