Portugal CP Rail Strike Called Off: Commuter Services Unaffected
📌 Key Highlights & Context
- Periodic strikes at the Lisbon Metro were cancelled by unions.
- A 24-hour strike plan by CP Railways staff was also withdrawn.
- Unions argue that the Arbitral Tribunal's minimum service rules endanger workers and passengers.
Transport Strike Crisis Averted
A significant transport disruption in Portugal has been averted at the last minute. Unions representing workers at the Lisbon Metro (Metropolitano de Lisboa) have cancelled the partial strikes scheduled for Wednesday and Friday. Similarly, the 24-hour strike planned by ticket inspectors, ticket office staff, and management at CP - Comboios de Portugal (Portuguese Railways) has been withdrawn.
Safety Concerns Drive Cancellation
The decision to call off the actions stems from unions' contestation of the minimum service levels (serviços mínimos) decreed by the Arbitral Tribunal. Union representatives argue that these mandated minimums compromise the safety of both workers and passengers, making the strikes unsustainable under current conditions. This move ensures that regular commuter services will continue without interruption, particularly during peak travel times.
- Lisbon Metro periodic strikes cancelled.
- CP Railways 24-hour strike plan withdrawn.
- Reason: Safety risks associated with minimum service levels.
Sources
Greve na CP mantém-se e pode afetar circulação a partir de quinta-feira