Italy: USI-CIT calls a national general strike on May 1
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USI-CIT’s national general strike for 1 May 2026 remains confirmed and now includes adhesion from COBAS Lavoro Privato. Transport and schools are excluded by regulatory notice, with firefighters limited to the morning shift.
This alert was originally created on 10 April 2026.
Effective Dates
Updates
Apr 30, 2026
As of 30 April 2026, the 1 May 2026 USI‑CIT national general strike remains confirmed and has gained support from COBAS Lavoro Privato. The regulator notes that the entire transport sector and schools are excluded, with firefighters limited to the morning shift.
Organizer
- USI-CIT
Affected Locations
- Italy (national)