Strike at Renfe and Adif Averted Following Agreement with Ministry of Transport
Union representatives cancel planned strikes after reaching a last-minute agreement, though one union continues to demand further analysis.
In a significant development, unions representing employees of Renfe and Adif have called off a planned strike just hours before its scheduled commencement, following a successful agreement with the Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility.
The agreement was announced by José Antonio Santano, Secretary of State for Transport, who stated that it aimed to balance the sociolaboral rights of workers with the need to maintain services for the public.
Santano expressed gratitude to the union representatives for their collaborative approach during negotiations, noting that there was a continuous dialogue throughout the process.
The ministry emphasized that the negotiations were conducted in partnership with the Generalitat, which was cited as an active collaborator.
The agreed terms guarantee the prevailing labor rights of workers, including adherence to the collective agreements currently in place.
The Secretary of State also provided an update regarding the future management of Rodalies, confirming that a mixed company would be established involving both the Generalitat and Renfe Viajeros within the year.
The Generalitat's Department of Territory welcomed the successful negotiations, indicating that the understanding reached allows for the continuation of scheduled railway services almost without interruption.
Initially, the General Committees of Workers for Renfe and Adif, represented by Semaf, CCOO, UGT, CGT, SF-I, and SCF, announced a series of seven strike days.
These were set for March 17, 19, 24, 26, and 28, as well as April 1 and 3, in response to perceived failures by the Ministry to adhere to agreements from 2023 regarding both Rodalies and Renfe Mercancías.
The strikes were projected to affect nearly 1,400 Renfe trains out of approximately 4,260 scheduled during the period, including 428 high-speed and long-distance trains and 955 medium-distance services, alongside disruptions to 740 freight trains.
However, the CGT union has declared its intention to maintain its strike actions, specifically opposing the transfer of Rodalies operations, the handling of the R1 line, and the privatization of Renfe Mercancías.
The CGT has called for thorough scrutiny of the agreement reached, stating that it will not withdraw its strike call without a detailed analysis.
Additionally, the union has criticized the imposed timelines and the lack of consultation with staff by the respective administrations.
The agreement was announced by José Antonio Santano, Secretary of State for Transport, who stated that it aimed to balance the sociolaboral rights of workers with the need to maintain services for the public.
Santano expressed gratitude to the union representatives for their collaborative approach during negotiations, noting that there was a continuous dialogue throughout the process.
The ministry emphasized that the negotiations were conducted in partnership with the Generalitat, which was cited as an active collaborator.
The agreed terms guarantee the prevailing labor rights of workers, including adherence to the collective agreements currently in place.
The Secretary of State also provided an update regarding the future management of Rodalies, confirming that a mixed company would be established involving both the Generalitat and Renfe Viajeros within the year.
The Generalitat's Department of Territory welcomed the successful negotiations, indicating that the understanding reached allows for the continuation of scheduled railway services almost without interruption.
Initially, the General Committees of Workers for Renfe and Adif, represented by Semaf, CCOO, UGT, CGT, SF-I, and SCF, announced a series of seven strike days.
These were set for March 17, 19, 24, 26, and 28, as well as April 1 and 3, in response to perceived failures by the Ministry to adhere to agreements from 2023 regarding both Rodalies and Renfe Mercancías.
The strikes were projected to affect nearly 1,400 Renfe trains out of approximately 4,260 scheduled during the period, including 428 high-speed and long-distance trains and 955 medium-distance services, alongside disruptions to 740 freight trains.
However, the CGT union has declared its intention to maintain its strike actions, specifically opposing the transfer of Rodalies operations, the handling of the R1 line, and the privatization of Renfe Mercancías.
The CGT has called for thorough scrutiny of the agreement reached, stating that it will not withdraw its strike call without a detailed analysis.
Additionally, the union has criticized the imposed timelines and the lack of consultation with staff by the respective administrations.
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