General strike in Italy: upcoming dates
General strikes scheduled in Italy: when they are, who called them and which transport stops. Official data.
Friday, 20 November 2026 General strike · Nationwide Settori Pubblici e Privati Anche in Appalto e Strumentali Called by CGIL Friday, 20 November 2026 General strike · Nationwide Categorie Pubbliche e Private con Esclusione Trasporto Ferroviario, Merci su Rotaia e Varie Aziende TPL Called by CLAP/CONF. COBAS/SIAL-COBAS Friday, 4 December 2026 General strike · Nationwide Categorie Pubbliche e Private Called by CUB/ADL VARESE/SGB/SBM/SGC/SI-COBAS Friday, 4 December 2026 General strike · Nationwide Pers. a Tempo Determinato e Indeterminato con Contratti Precari e Atipici di Tutti i Comparti con Esclusione del Settore Trasporti Called by UNIONE SINDACALE ITALIANA USI 1912Guaranteed services
During a general strike, public transport may stop for the whole day except during the guaranteed hours set locally; other public services may also be disrupted.
Frequently asked questions about general strikes
What is a general strike?
A general strike is a work stoppage involving all categories of workers, public and private, usually for a whole day. In transport, trains and local public transport stop, and often air transport too, always within the guaranteed service hours required by law.
Which transport stops during a general strike?
Local public transport (buses, trams, metro) and railway staff usually take part and, when the strike is also called for the sector, air transport. Participation varies by company and area: the details of each strike are on its page.
Do guaranteed service hours apply during general strikes too?
Yes. During a general strike Law 146/1990 still requires minimum services: local transport normally runs during peak hours and the trains in the official lists of guaranteed trains run.