Impact on metro Services

During the strike,the operation of escalators,elevators,and stair lifts within metro stations will not be guaranteed,even though the stations themselves will remain open. Ticket office services will also be affected. However, interchange car parks will continue to operate as usual.

Travelers planning to use bike boxes at metro stations should note that they will be unavailable with the exception of the stations at Ionio, Laurentina, and Arco di Travertino.

Reasons for the Strike

the strike was called by unions to address several critical issues raised by metro workers.These concerns include:

• Shift Changes: Concerns regarding individual shift changes for drivers.
• Meal Breaks: Issues related to the convenience and availability of meal breaks.
• Pay Equity: Allegations of reward discrimination between different production sectors within the company and discrepancies in parameter adjustments.
• Professional Progress: A call for enhanced internal professionalism and career advancement opportunities.
• Safety Concerns: Issues regarding safety levels in garages and at pedestrian exits, specifically at the Portonaccio garage.
• Supreme Court Ruling: Implementation of a Supreme Court ruling concerning the “IV area” classification and its associated benefits for all eligible workers.
• Ticket office Reorganization: A demand for the reorganization of the ticket office sector.

The unions are seeking concrete action from the company to resolve these issues and improve working conditions for metro employees.

Potential Disruptions and Alternatives

Commuters are advised to anticipate potential delays and overcrowding on the metro lines during the strike. Consider alternative transportation options such as buses, trams, or taxis. Allow extra travel time to reach your destination.

Real-time updates on service disruptions may be available through the ATAC (Rome’s public transport company) website: https://www.atac.roma.it/. (Please note that the website is primarily in Italian.)