On 24 and 25 July, a strike is planned by the company Transportes Urbanos de Santiago S.A. (TUSSA). The strike is to demand negotiations to continue for equality of the working conditions for all employees. Major delays in travel are to be expected as this is a public transportation company and will cause a shortage in transportation options.
Temperatures are expected to reach 105°F (44°C) across southern Spain from 10-11 July 2021. This will increase the likelihood of heat-related illness in locations that lack adequate ventilation and air conditioning.
Heavy rainfall along with thunderstorms is expected across countries in Europe until 2 July. Countries have increased warning levels due to the impact these storms will have. The effects of the storms are likely to cause travel disruptions for days after the storms clear.
Renfe railway employees will be striking in the province of Leon on 23, 25, and 27 June and halting work. Railway stoppages will occur on 23 June from 13:00 to 17:00 and 22:00 to 23:59, 25 June from 00:01 to 23:00, and 27 June from 13:00 to 17:00 and 22:00 to 23:59.
Starting at 08:00 local time on 23 June until 08:00 on 24 June, an estimated 200 emergency response system workers will go on strike to demand improved labor environments. The strike falls on St. John’s Day which usually receives a high volume of calls. Specific areas that will be affected by the strike are Barcelona and Tarragona.
On 6 May, nationwide protests will take place as planned by student groups. The main protest will take place in the Ministry of Universities in Madrid at 19:00 local time. The protests are to demand free public education and increased funding. Expect traffic disruptions around areas of protests.
On 15 April, demonstrations are occurring in front of the Ministry of Science and Innovation at 18:00 local time. Similar protests are occurring in Barcelona, Valencia, and Seville. These events are being organized by various trade unions in hopes of a legislation revision to recognize labor rights as well as allow negotiations for salary and working conditions for all personnel in the research sector.
On 7 April, at least 14 people were injured when protesters clashed with police at the site of a political rally for the far-right political party Vox. Reports suggest that left-wing counter-protesters threw projectiles at security personnel, who used batons to control the crowd. At least 2 arrests have been made. More political rallies are likely to be staged in preparation for the 4 May regional elections. Further clashes may be possible.
Starting on 6 April the Asturias Airport (OVD) will be temporarily closed for 48-hours on multiple days for runway repairs. Asturias Airport will be closed 6-7 April, 13-14 April, 20-21 April, 27-28 April, and 4-5 May. Expect flight cancelations and date or boarding destination changes for flights scheduled for these dates.
Following the arrest of a popular musician on 16 February, there have been disruptive protests around the center of Barcelona, including Carrer Mallorca, Passeig de Gracia, and Via Augusta. The situation remains unpredictable, with a high probability of future protests across the city. Expect heightened security forces to dissolve volatile crowds.
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