National Strike and Demonstration in Brussels: March 12, 2026
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A national day of action has been called by Belgian trade unions for Thursday, March 12, 2026. A 24-hour strike notice has been formally issued, covering all sectors nationwide. This enables workers across the country to participate in a large-scale demonstration in Brussels.
Expect significant disruptions to public transport, government services, and private sector operations throughout the day.
This alert was originally created on 10 February 2026.
Public Impact
Schools
Effective Dates
Updates
Feb 16, 2026
Education unions within CSC/ACV (COV/COC) confirm participation in the March 12 national day of action and offer strike allowance to members joining the demonstration, indicating school disruptions are likely.
Feb 13, 2026
Belgiumโs three main union confederations confirm that the national day of action on Thursday, March 12, 2026 will be covered by a 24โhour strike notice across all sectors, enabling workers nationwide to stop work and join the Brussels demonstration.
Organizers
Affected Locations
- Brussels