by InTrieste
Public transport across Italy, including in the Friuli Venezia Giulia region, is set to be severely disrupted on Saturday, October 5, due to a nationwide 24-hour strike organized by the Orsa Tpl trade union. The strike is expected to impact buses, subways, and trams, causing significant inconvenience for commuters in major cities and regional areas alike.
The industrial action, which stems from demands for wage increases and improved safety measures in the workplace, will affect different cities and regions in varying ways. While the disruption in Rome will span two intervals—from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and again from 8:00 p.m. until the end of service—other cities will experience different schedules of service interruptions.
In the region of Friuli Venezia Giulia, local commuters can expect delays and cancelations in key cities such as Trieste, Udine, and Gorizia. The regional public transport authority, TPL FVG, has issued a notice on its website advising passengers to check schedules and updates regularly to avoid being caught off guard.
Given the growing reliance on public transport in the region, the strike will significantly impact daily life, particularly in Trieste, where buses are a lifeline for residents commuting to work, school, and social activities.
National strikes in Italy are not uncommon, but this particular action has struck a chord due to its focus on pay and safety. Public transport workers have voiced concerns about rising costs of living and the need for stronger safety protocols, particularly in light of recent accidents and growing incidents of violence against staff.
For residents of Friuli Venezia Giulia and beyond, official updates on the strike can be found via Italy’s transport ministry website, as well as regional transport sites, including TPL FVG, which is working to provide as much clarity as possible on disruptions. As the country braces for another day of transport paralysis, the broader debate over labor conditions in Italy’s public transport sector is expected to intensify.
For more information on service changes in Friuli Venezia Giulia, visit TPL FVG’s website.
