29 Dec 2024 | 08:38 AM UTC
Portugal: Unionized metro workers to strike in Porto Dec. 31-Jan. 1
Unionized metro personnel to strike in Porto, Portugal, Dec. 31-Jan. 1. Reconfirm all services Dec. 30-Jan. 2.
Workers associated with the National Union of Portuguese Railway Machinists (Sindicato Nacional dos Maquinistas dos Caminhos de Ferro Portuguese, SMAQ) plan to strike Dec. 31-Jan. 1 in a dispute over unpaid bonuses. Porto Metro has announced that the last service will occur between 22:00 and 23:00 Dec. 30.
The strike action will likely increase demand for alternative forms of public transportation in Porto. Striking workers may protest, and security officials will likely attend any associated gatherings. Low-level confrontations between demonstrators and police or with disgruntled commuters are also possible. Disruptions are possible through early Jan. 2.
Reconfirm the status of public transportation in Porto Dec. 30-Jan. 2. Allow additional time for travel. As a standard precaution, avoid protests. Heed instructions from authorities.
