05 Dec 2017 | 03:44 AM UTC
Italy: Nationwide railway strikes December 6 and 17
Railway strikes planned throughout several cities in Italy December 6 and 17; significant transportation disruptions expected
Event
Several railway strikes are planned to take place in cities across Italy on Wednesday, December 6, and Sunday, December 17. The strikes scheduled for Wednesday will affect the Trenitalia railway company in the Trentino-Alto Adige region from 9:00 to 17:00 (local time). On Sunday, December 17, the staff of Trenitalia, Trenord and Italo NTV railway companies will hold a nationwide strike from 09:00 to 17:00.
Significant transportation disruptions are expected throughout Italy, and particularly in the above-mentioned regions, during the strikes.
Context
Transportation-related strikes are common in Italy and can be highly disruptive. However, in accordance with Italian law, minimum levels of services must be guaranteed during all strikes.
Advice
Travelers in Italy are advised to confirm their travel itineraries and to allow for extra time to reach their destinations. Exercise a high level of vigilance in affected areas, avoid all demonstrations, and follow all official instructions issued by relevant authorities.
