Train strike on Friday 14 April, times, reasons and adhesions
The 14 April 2023, 9:00 am - 17:00 am, one is expected national strike of the staff of Trenitalia, organized by the unions Filt-Cgil, Fit-Cisl, Uiltrasporti, Ugl Ferrovieri, Sml Fast Confsal and Orsa Ferrovie.
The announcement of the stop was given by a company note and from the website Guarantee Fee. This strike could cause significant inconvenience for travelers and disruptions in rail services.
At the end of the article live updates on the situation of the strike.
Reasons behind the strike
The unions complain worsening working conditions personnel of Trenitalia and cleaning and catering contractors.
Among the problems are:
- The aggravation of work shifts
- The critical issue related to the right to a meal
- The shortage of staff
- The lack of answers in terms of personnel development
Furthermore, the unions ask for a specific regulation regarding the smart working and the smart office, to ensure a better quality of working life and greater flexibility for employees.
Membership in Campania and the inconveniences to Subway 2 Line
Major inconveniences are possible on Line 2 of the Naples Metro, being the same managed by the State Railways and served by metropolitan and regional trains.
Remember that guarantee bands are the following:
- by 6: 20 9 to: 00
- by 17: 00 22 to: 35
Times and possible inconveniences in other regions
Even in Lombardia a general strike is planned, organized by Usb private work, Sgb and Cub Trasporti, on the same day and at the same time as the Trenord strike has been communicated.
However, the official site of Trenord reassures that no significant interruptions are expected of railway traffic. Any cancellations will be promptly communicated.
In other regions, such as the Toscana and the Trentino, they predict possible inconvenience for rail transport due to the strike called by the trade unions.
Travelers are advised to check timetables and any changes to services in advance to avoid inconvenience during the day of the strike.
Updates on the strike during April 14th
From the first information we received from Ferrovie dello Stato it seems the situation on high-speed trains is stable, with the arrows proceeding on time and without delays of any kind.
The Rome – Naples route via Cassino slowed down considerably, but not because of the strike, but because of a malfunction that has persisted since 5 in the morning.
Expect delays on this route of more than 70 minutes.