Travelling by Train in Spain on Thursday? Here’s How the Renfe Strike Will Affect You
Semaf said the work stoppage will continue after a crash that killed at least 68 people and will cut Renfe services to minimum levels.
- On Thursday October 29th, Spain's Train Drivers' Union will hold a 24-hour nationwide strike, protesting Renfe's non-compliance with safety measures agreed with the Transport Ministry earlier this year.
- Renfe reiterated on Monday that the "alleged demands exceed the company's scope of authority," claiming the requests were not included in the collective bargaining agreement reached in July.
- Minimum services set for Thursday include 73% of high-speed AVE trains and Cercanías commuter levels of 75% during peak hours and 50% during off-peak times.
- Passengers should verify journeys via Renfe's official website or app before leaving home, as the operator must offer free rebooking or full refunds for officially cancelled trains.
- Ouigo staff have also called 24-hour strikes for Friday October 30th and Monday November 2nd, with further partial stoppages scheduled for November and December, potentially affecting long weekends.
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