Strike threat for 8 May: the SNCF must not "let the trade unions down yet millions of euros", argues the Minister of Transport

The CGT-Cheminots and SUD rail filed a strike notice from 5 to 11 May. SNCF CEO and Transport Minister Philippe Tabarot say this Friday that this movement is not justified.

The Minister of Transport is particularly annoyed by the threat of a strike over the extended weekend of May 8. SNCF's trade unions want the notice given to move things through negotiations with management.

Philippe Tabarot, Minister of Transport, has punched on the table regarding the new threat of strike of the SNCF for the extended weekend of the 8-May. He is considering a bill to limit the right to strike...

The controllers are called to strike on May 9, 10 and 11. The demands mainly relate to work schedules and bonuses.

The CGT-Cheminots and SUD-Rail call the controllers and the drivers a la greve the week of 5 May, threatening the bridge of 8 May.

Philippe Tabarot does not want the company's management to find "a solution at all costs." It would be "giving some reason to those who use this strike weapon," he said.