Spain: Unionized taxi drivers plan to strike across Andalusia Sept. 15; protest in Seville

Event

Unionized taxi drivers across Andalusia plan to hold a regionwide strike Sept. 15 to protest new legislation allowing app-based ride-hailing services to operate in cities. Drivers say this will result in unfair competition and impact their livelihood. The Andalusian Federation of Self-Employed Taxis has called for a demonstration outside the Ministry of Development in Seville 09:30-13:00 the same day; hundreds to several thousand drivers from across the region are likely to join the gathering. The Confederation of Taxis of the Costa del Sol stated that taxis with odd-number license plates and those fitted for disability access in their fleet would continue to work to reduce potential disruptions.

Heightened security and localized transport disruptions are likely near the Ministry of Development in Seville. The protest will probably pass peacefully, though minor scuffles with the police remain possible. Taxi service disruptions and increased demand for alternative transport are likely across Andalusia through Sept. 15.

Advice

Avoid the protest due to possible clashes. Allow additional traveling time and plan for increased demand for alternative public transport across the region Sept. 15.