22 Jul 2024 | 05:52 PM UTC
Greece: Unionized healthcare workers to strike nationwide, protest in Athens July 24
Unionized medical staff to strike across Greece 11:00-15:00 July 24, protest near Parliament in Athens from 12:00; further protests likely.
Unionized healthcare workers plan to strike across Greece 11:00-15:00 July 24. The purpose of the labor action is to denounce the government's consideration of a bill that organizing unions assert would negatively affect the country's mental healthcare system. An associated rally will take place at Syntagma Square in Athens, near the Parliament building, from 12:00. Regional unions will likely call for additional, related protests in urban centers throughout the country. It was not immediately clear how large any such demonstrations would be.
Medical service disruptions will probably affect medical facilities nationwide during the strike period and will likely linger for several hours after work resumes. Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near any demonstrations that materialize. Low-level confrontations between protesters and law enforcement officers cannot be ruled out.
Consider confirming all medical appointments scheduled for July 24. Avoid all protests as a standard precaution. Allow additional time if traveling near any protest sites, particularly Syntagma Square in Athens. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers.
