The trade unions Filt-Cgil, Fit-Cisl, Uiltrasporti, Ugl Ferrovieri, Slm Fast Confsal and Orsa Ferrovie called for a nationwide railway strike by Trenitalia staff on 14 April. According to the unions, the strike is in protest over the "worsening" of working conditions for railway workers as well as for cleaning staff and catering contractors. Unions also called for a "serious confrontation" to resolve the "critical issues" facing Trenitalia employees. Trade unions also called for a nationwide railway transport strike on 1 May demanding a reduction of working hours and increased wages to match increasing living costs.
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