US EditionFrench rail unions extend May strikes as negotiations break down
- French rail unions have announced extended strike actions during the week of the VE Day public holiday on May 8th, aiming to press demands related to pay and challenging working conditions faced by train conductors and drivers.
- The strikes arose from stalled negotiations amid conductor complaints about last-minute rota changes and unclear schedules affecting a normally busy travel period.
- Strike actions begin May 5th for drivers and May 6th for mechanics, with conductors striking May 8th to 10th, and disruption expected mostly on high-speed TGV services.
- SNCF has indicated that TGV Inoui and Ouigo trains may face interruptions from May 5th through May 11th, with passengers receiving at least 48 hours' advance notice and the option to change tickets without fees.
- The week-long strike threatens significant rail disruption during a peak travel period, with little optimism for a swift agreement and local public transit mostly unaffected.
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