26 Aug 2024 | 01:52 PM UTC
France: Public transport workers to strike in Nancy Sept. 2
Unionized public transport workers plan to stage strike in Nancy, France, Sept. 2. Heightened security, transport disruptions likely.
Nancy metropolitan area transport service (STAN) workers affiliated with the UST Keolis Grand Nancy union plan to strike in Nancy on Sept. 2. The strike is aimed at demanding improved working conditions and denouncing STAN's policy on disciplinary actions and medical leave. The industrial action will reportedly disrupt all bus and tram services in Greater Nancy on Sept. 2. Striking workers could organize pickets near STAN offices and transport hubs.
Transport disruptions are likely during the strike. Authorities could deploy increased security to monitor gatherings of striking workers if these occur. Violence is not anticipated.
Avoid any protests that may materialize. Plan for alternative ground transport in advance. Allow additional time if traveling through Nancy on Sept. 2. Heed all instructions from law enforcement officers.
