Portugal: Unionized rail workers to conduct nationwide strike June 28

Unionized railway workers employed by Comboios de Portugal, Portugal's primary passenger train operator, plan to conduct a 24-hour nationwide strike on June 28. The purpose of the labor action is to demand improved career advancement opportunities. Workers affiliated with at least 11 unions are participating in the work stoppage.

Rail travel disruptions are likely nationwide on June 28 and may continue into the early hours of June 29. Increased congestion is likely on other forms of transportation during the labor action. Heightened demand for alternative modes of transportation may also result in reduced taxi availability. Picket protests are possible at major rail centers and in front of government buildings; heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near any demonstrations that materialize.