05 Nov 2024 | 12:22 PM UTC
France: Taxi drivers protesting across Toulouse Nov. 5
Taxi drivers engaged in go-slow protest through Toulouse, France, Nov. 5; road travel disruptions ongoing.
Unionized VTC drivers are staging go-slow protests across Toulouse the afternoon of Nov. 5. The purpose of the action is to denounce the low fares and demand limitations to VTC permits. Go-slow protests are reportedly ongoing near the Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS), across Toulouse city center, and near the Toulouse Matabiau railway station.
Authorities have likely deployed increased security to monitor the gatherings. Road travel and transport disruptions across the city will likely remain until the end of the demonstrations. Limited confrontations between demonstrators and drivers are possible.
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.
