19 Dec 2024 | 03:16 PM UTC
BiH: Unionized teachers striking in Herzegovina-Neretva Canton as of mid-December
Unionized teachers striking indefinitely in Herzegovina-Neretva Canton, BiH, as of mid-December. Business disruptions likely.
Unionized primary school teachers affiliated with several unions are conducting an indefinite strike across Herzegovina-Neretva Canton as of mid-December. The purpose of the labor action is to demand increased compensation. Negotiations between union leaders and state officials were continuing as of Dec. 19. As part of the labor action, union leaders plan to hold a protest march from Kantarevac to the Assembly of Herzegovina-Neretva Canton on Jakova Baruha Spanca from 12:30 Dec. 23.
The strike may disrupt businesses by prompting increased employee absenteeism. In addition to the planned march, picket protests are possible at government officers and primary school institutions. Police will likely deploy near all demonstration sites; related transport disruptions are likely in the event of protests. Low-level confrontations between demonstrators and law enforcement officers, frustrated motorists, or other opposed individuals cannot be ruled out.
Avoid all demonstrations as a standard precaution. Plan accordingly for increased absenteeism among employees who are parents or guardians of school-aged children; consider a liberal telecommuting policy for the duration of the strike. Strictly heed all instructions from law enforcement officers. Immediately depart the area at the first sign that any security disturbance may occur.
